Networking Field Applications Engineer

NVIDIA

Networking Field Applications Engineer validating NVIDIA NICs, DPUs, switches, and DOCA software for OEM server platforms. Debugging firmware and automating system-level tests for data center and edge deployments.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $108,000 - $178,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in validating and troubleshooting NVIDIA networking technologies and OEM server hardware, with a strong focus on high-speed protocols and firmware validation. Capable of leading technical initiatives and providing training while ensuring platform readiness in complex environments.

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High-Speed ProtocolsFirmware ValidationNVIDIA Networking TechnologiesOEM Server HardwarePython Programming

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Hard Skills

High-Speed ProtocolsFirmware ValidationNVIDIA Networking TechnologiesOEM Server HardwarePython ProgrammingInfiniBandCUDAPCIeLinux SystemsCommunication Protocols

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsIndependent Problem-SolvingTechnical Training

Tools & Technologies

DOCAGPUARM DevelopmentNVIDIA DriversLinkX Cables

Industry Keywords

Data CenterHPCEdge ComputingOEM Release ProcessesSystem-Level Issues

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive development and execution of functional, regression, and stress testing for networking and GPU technologies within OEM server environments
Lead hands-on debugging, firmware validation, and isolation of complex system-level issues for new server generations and fast-release programs
Integrate hardware and software components into an architecture that automates end-to-end testing scenarios for packaging and deployment
Act as a technical lead in weekly issue scrubs to resolve manufacturing blockers, hardware diagnostics failures, and customer partner concerns
Provide onsite technical support for hardware/software problems
Maintain lab systems to ensure platform readiness
Serve as the technical link connecting OEM Engineering with NVIDIA product units
Validate and troubleshoot NVIDIA networking technologies, including NICs, DPUs, switches, cables, and DOCA software, for OEM server platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
2+ years of relevant professional experience
Deep knowledge of high-speed protocols, switch configuration, and hardware interfaces including PCIe, RDMA/RoCE, I2C, SPI, UART, and I2S
Practical experience with OEM server hardware
Familiarity with OEM-specific release processes and software packaging
Proven ability to perform deep-level firmware validation
Independent problem-solving for complex system-level issues
Strong interpersonal skills to work across NVIDIA and OEM engineering teams
Ability to provide technical training to partners
Proficiency in InfiniBand, GPU, ARM development, Linux systems, and Python programming
Knowledge of DOCA, CUDA, PCIe, Ethernet, and communication protocols
Experience working with OEMs in Data Center, HPC, or Edge computing environments
Familiarity with NVIDIA drivers and LinkX cables
Advanced degree or equivalent industry experience with familiarity with machine learning workloads

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
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Inclusive work environment
Equal opportunity employer