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Senior System Software Engineering Lead for Release - Base OS

World leader in accelerated computing, pioneering AI and digital twins technology.
$184,000 - $287,500
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

NVIDIA, the pioneering company that invented the GPU in 1999, is seeking a Senior System Software Engineering Lead for their Base OS team. This role is crucial in driving the Linux platform that enables both x86 and arm64 NVIDIA platforms. As a Base OS Engineering Release Lead, you'll be at the intersection of hardware and software, working with multiple teams and external partners to shape the future of NVIDIA's computing platforms.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $184,000 - $287,500 USD, along with equity and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced system software engineer with strong Linux expertise and leadership capabilities. The role combines technical depth in Linux systems and GPU architecture with strategic coordination across hardware, software, and firmware teams.

NVIDIA's reputation as one of technology's most desirable employers, coupled with their position at the forefront of AI computing and parallel processing, makes this an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in the field of system software engineering. The company's work in AI and digital twins is transforming major industries, and this role offers the chance to be part of that revolutionary journey.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of experience, strong Linux distribution knowledge, and system-level debugging expertise. Additional experience with kernel development, GitHub, and NVIDIA server technologies would be particularly valuable. This position offers the flexibility of multiple location options, including Santa Clara, CA and remote opportunities in TX, CO, and CA.

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Responsibilities For Senior System Software Engineering Lead for Release - Base OS

  • Drive Base OS across multiple programs and products
  • Work closely with external partners and customers to capture their requests
  • Partner with Hardware, Software, and Firmware development teams to align on deliverables and priorities

Requirements For Senior System Software Engineering Lead for Release - Base OS

Linux
  • BS or Masters in computer science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of experience
  • Excellent communication and planning skills
  • Familiarity with at least one major Linux distro (Ubuntu, RedHat, SLES)
  • Experience with complex system-level debugging
  • Solid understanding of GPU server architecture

Benefits For Senior System Software Engineering Lead for Release - Base OS

Equity
  • Equity
  • Additional benefits mentioned but not specified

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