[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All NVIDIA jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) · [Search jobs](/search/) NVIDIA · Santa Clara, CA # Senior Security Software Engineer - AV Platform US, CA, Santa Clara Senior individual contributor Software Engineering Listed on NVIDIA’s official careers site. Posted October 13, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/Senior-Security-Software-Engineer---AV-Platform_JR2027143) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [NVIDIA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) / Senior Security Software Engineer - AV Platform ## Job description The Autonomous Vehicles Platform team is looking for a hands-on Cybersecurity Software Engineer. As part of our team, you will work on our Autonomous Driving Platform software, implementing performant and scalable solutions for data collection and autonomous vehicle fleets. Our team is responsible for developing platform and middleware features for self-driving cars. This includes software security features that interact with various sensors including Cameras, LIDAR, RADAR, GPS, IMU, Vehicle CAN etc. We are seeking candidates with interests in implementing security concepts and developing state-of-the-art security features for AV Platform. The role encompasses working with various teams across the stack, from platform and embedded software to cloud infrastructure, underpinned by safety and performance. It extends an opportunity to contribute to the technology that will drive the cars of the future! ### What you'll be doing Integrating security features into our AV driving software stack. Develop and improve security work-products for our AV stack. Working on security-related software code ranging from sensor abstraction layers to data processing to middleware software. Work on security governance topics and guide other teams with security mechanism implementation. Collaborate with hardware, platform software, product, safety, performance, algorithms and cloud teams. ### What we need to see BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ year of professional experience working on system software. Excellent programming skills in C++, C and Python. Experience in architectural security analysis techniques such as threat modeling, risk analysis, attack trees, etc. (using STRIDE, HEAVENS) and managing resultant Product Security Requirements. Experience with automotive cybersecurity standards/regulations (e.g., ISO 21434, SAE J3061, UNECE Regulation 155) or other standards/regulations relevant to the automotive industry and/or cybersecurity (e.g., GDPR). Solid understanding of Linux, QNX, ROS, and/or real-time operating systems. Experience in developing user-space system software, with a willingness to delve into kernel-space and/or low-level hardware when needed. Knowledge about embedded system programming, threading, mutex, synchronization, communication, and parallel computing to build highly-scalable and efficient applications. ### Prior experience working in the following areas Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Self-Driving-Cars, CPU/GPU technology, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision. ### Ways to stand out from the crowd Deep understanding of system architecture, CPU/GPU/Memory/Storage, everything related to performance optimization. Experience in Autonomous Vehicle or Robotic system building. Hand-on experience in embedded development, operating systems and real-time software. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 16, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 13, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: US, CA, Santa Clara[Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/Senior-Security-Software-Engineer---AV-Platform_JR2027143) ## More jobs at NVIDIA ### [CAD Tools Developer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/5bfa4ad848453a3f3c87/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Developer Relations Manager - Edge AI and Robotics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/b67e66817b9cc540e03e/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Developer Relations Manager, Local AI Ecosystem](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/cd6f55b3005a741e48c1/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Developer Technology Engineer, Public Sector - New College Grad 2026](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/1b735a7c56841724a2e8/) US, CA, Santa Clara ### [Director, Software Engineering – Cloud Compute and Infrastructure](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/29d8142df4c1ad010bc4/) US, CA, Santa Clara ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Platform Software Engineer (OCI - Developer Platform)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/dd53310762b7dbb9f8ee/) Oracle · Nashville, TN, United States ### [Software Engineer III - Platform Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/38a1b5fc5eab10c967ae/) JPMorganChase · Wilmington, DE, United States ### [Sr Engineer, Software/Information Platform](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/97fd7de2a66203a55ce7/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Senior Lead Software Engineer- Inference Platform Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/95757082bf50908c445a/) JPMorganChase · Seattle, WA, United States [Jobs in Santa Clara, CA](/locations/us/ca/santa-clara/)[Jobs in California](/locations/us-ca/)[Software Engineering jobs](/functions/software-engineering/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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