System Software Engineer, GPU Development Tools

NVIDIA

System Software Engineer at NVIDIA developing core infrastructure for GPU development. Involved in design, debugging, and performance testing of software and hardware platforms.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $152,000 - $241,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in every stage of development of a GPU
Thrive at the interface between software drivers and the GPU simulation
Coordinate with GPU architects to enable functional and performance testing for the next architecture
Work closely with SW teams to help them deliver production-ready drivers when silicon goes to market
Improve the daily workflows of leading chip modelers and designers around the globe to help produce the next greatest generation of GPUs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of relevant software development work experience
You understand the software driver stack, either in compute (CUDA) or graphics (DX, OpenGL, or Vulkan)
Ability to work across the GPU and driver stacks
Strong C++ programming capability are required
Knowledge of object-oriented design patterns are required
Excellent interpersonal skills
Flexibility/adaptability for working in a dynamic environment with different frameworks and requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++CUDADXOpenGLVulkansoftware driver stackobject-oriented design patternsperformance testingfunctional testingGPU simulation

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsflexibilityadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's in Computer ScienceBachelor's in Computer EngineeringMaster's in Computer ScienceMaster's in Computer Engineering