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Senior System Software Engineer, Base OS Kernel

World leader in accelerated computing, pioneering AI and digital twins technology.
$148,000 - $356,500
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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
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Description For Senior System Software Engineer, Base OS Kernel

NVIDIA, the pioneer of GPU technology and AI computing, is seeking a Senior System Software Engineer for their Base OS Kernel team. This role is crucial for the development of NVIDIA's Grace Superchips, which form the foundation for next-generation AI and HPC platforms. The position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of technological advancement, collaborating with hardware and firmware teams to enable enterprise-grade solutions.

The role involves deep technical work with operating system kernels, particularly Linux distributions, and requires expertise in system-level programming. You'll be responsible for enabling Grace platforms for enterprise customers, working with external partners, and ensuring smooth platform bring-up from power-on to OS boot.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers with strong backgrounds in C and Python programming, OS concepts, and system-level debugging. The position offers competitive compensation, including a substantial base salary range of $148,000 - $356,500, plus equity and benefits.

NVIDIA is known for being one of technology's most desirable employers, offering the chance to work with forward-thinking professionals on cutting-edge technology. The company's work in GPU computing, AI, and digital twins is transforming major industries and having a significant societal impact. They maintain a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where creativity and autonomy are highly valued.

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Responsibilities For Senior System Software Engineer, Base OS Kernel

  • Enable Grace platforms for enterprise customers
  • Work with external partners and customers to enable their preferred kernels and distros on Grace platforms
  • Partner with Hardware and Firmware development teams to bring up new NVIDIA platforms
  • System-level development from power on to OS boot

Requirements For Senior System Software Engineer, Base OS Kernel

Linux
Python
  • BS or Masters in computer science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Excellent C and Python programming skills
  • Familiarity with major Linux distro (Ubuntu, RedHat, SLES)
  • Knowledge of OS concepts (filesystems, job scheduling, device drivers, storage)
  • Experience with complex system-level debugging
  • Excellent communication and planning skills

Benefits For Senior System Software Engineer, Base OS Kernel

Equity
  • Equity
  • Additional benefits available but not specified in detail

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