[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 Software Engineer - AV Platform US, CA, Santa Clara Senior individual contributor Software Engineering Listed on NVIDIA’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 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-Software-Engineer---AV-Platform_JR2023594) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [NVIDIA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) / Senior Software Engineer - AV Platform ## Job description The Autonomous Vehicles Platform team is looking for a Senior System Software Engineer. As part of our team, you will work on our Autonomous Driving Platform software, implementing high-performance 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 that interacts with various sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, radar, GPS, IMU, and CAN. We are seeking candidates with interests in inventing, developing, and maintaining application frameworks and tools for multi-computer and heterogeneous architectures. The role involves collaborating with teams across the stack: hardware, embedded software, and cloud infrastructure. ### What you'll be doing Drive AI-based automotive systems from design through production, within power and performance constraints. Work with hardware teams to help shape future platforms for industry-leading power efficiency. Triage and debug stability, performance, and power issues in sophisticated systems and applications. Design systems to comply with ISO 26262 functional safety and security requirements. ### What we need to see BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 12+ years of professional experience working on system software. Excellent programming skills in C++ and C. Solid understanding of QNX, Linux, 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 of embedded systems programming, threading, synchronization mechanisms, communication frameworks, and parallel computing to build highly scalable and efficient applications. Familiarity with CPU/GPU architectures, memory subsystems, and performance optimization. Prior experience working in any of the following areas: autonomous vehicles, robotics, GPU, and embedded systems. Outstanding communication and collaboration skills. ### Ways to stand out from the crowd Deep understanding of system architecture: CPU, GPU, memory, Ethernet, and storage. Experience developing autonomous vehicles or robotic systems. Hands-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 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 29, 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: Not stated - 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-Software-Engineer---AV-Platform_JR2023594) ## 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 OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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