Senior Software Systems Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Software Systems Engineer to join their DRIVE Road Structure, Online Mapping, and Context Fusion team, focusing on building next-generation autonomous vehicle technology. This role sits at the intersection of software architecture, real-time systems, and AI, working on advanced 3D world modeling, map-perception fusion, and context-aware navigation systems.

The position requires deep expertise in embedded systems and real-time software development, with a focus on automotive applications. You'll be responsible for architecting and implementing foundational systems that fuse state-of-the-art perception DNNs with HD map data, supporting both map-based and mapless driving scenarios. The role demands strong proficiency in C++ programming and experience with GPGPU programming (CUDA) for performance optimization in safety-critical environments.

As a senior engineer, you'll drive architectural improvements to modularize the software stack, establish clean interfaces, and enable extensibility across multiple product lines and OEMs. You'll work closely with global teams across software, systems, and hardware domains, requiring excellent communication and collaboration skills. The position offers competitive compensation between $184,000 - $287,500 USD, plus equity and benefits.

NVIDIA is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology, with the resources and scale to make a significant impact in this transformative field. The company offers an inclusive environment where you'll work alongside industry experts, contributing to technology that will revolutionize transportation and save lives. This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of autonomous driving while working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment.