[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 · Multiple locations # System Software Engineer - GPU and SOC Multiple locations 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/System-Software-Engineer---GPU-and-SOC_JR2015886) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [NVIDIA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/) / System Software Engineer - GPU and SOC ## Job description NVIDIA is searching for a highly motivated, creative engineer to join the GPU Software team. As a GPU/SOC system software engineer, you will work with a team of very dedicated software and hardware engineers involving a wide variety of technologies. As someone who is hardworking and passionate about their work, you will craft and debug key aspects of our production GPU and SOC kernel drivers and embedded SW, focusing on platform performance, power savings, and robustness. You should demonstrate the ability to excel in an environment with intricate system level interactions. ### What your role entails - Design, implement and debug changes in the NVIDIA SW stack to take next-gen HW from design / development stage to production, with focus on kernel-mode SW You will follow the devices all the way through the development process to datacenter systems, customer desktops, notebooks, workstations, and gaming console products that are used throughout the world Be heavily involved in emulation, bringup, and product hardening required to build our groundbreaking products Multiple opportunities to collaborate and communicate effectively with teams from all around the globe What we need to see: BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience - 8+ years of relevant software development experience Background in solving problems that apply to sophisticated systems deployed at scale Strong C/C++ programming skills as well as having shown initiative in pursuing independent coding projects - Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.) Strong Operating systems fundamentals with Kernel experience on Linux or Windows systems Ways to stand out from the crowd: Background and strength with system-level (SW and HW) debugging is invaluable ### Windows Driver - Models, with WDDM or MCDM a strong plus. Familiarity with system level security concepts Experience with system software concepts NVIDIA is widely recognized as one of the most sought-after employers in the technology sector. NVIDIA is also an equal opportunity employer. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working here. If you're creative, passionate and self-motivated, we want to hear from you! NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 4, 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: Aug 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 61 days - Location: Multiple locations[Apply on NVIDIA’s careers site →](https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/US-CA-Santa-Clara/System-Software-Engineer---GPU-and-SOC_JR2015886) ## More jobs at NVIDIA ### [AI Computing Software Development Engineer, TensorRT-LLM](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/77afa0609aa79b42b8bf/) ### [AI Computing Software Development Intern - 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/2604940341bdd205a387/) ### [AI Computing Software Development Intern, LLM Inference - 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/5c2898ad9721f640226a/) ### [AI Computing Software Intern, GPU Kernel Libraries - 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/e5e58114cef438d1674b/) ### [AI Developer Technology Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nvidia/jobs/452fe02898b03b83dd5e/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Staff Engineer, GPU System Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/samsung-electronics/jobs/c58c5e361e552442a826/) Samsung Electronics ### [System Management Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/aa26ea2d3eb906935d6c/) Lockheed Martin · Mawson Lakes, AUS ### [Sr System Engineer- Software Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-healthcare-technologies/jobs/df8e7c3ebf9f8bc3f418/) GE HealthCare Technologies · Haifa, Haifa District, Israel ### [Senior Software Application Test Engineer - IoT Camera System / Embedded Linux](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/c04ad3b30782de1bdde8/) Qualcomm · Hsinchu City, Taiwan ### [Sr. System Engineer - TCMS: Brakes and Compressor Control (Requirement and Software)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/3fe7de7879150135bb72/) Siemens OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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