NVIDIA
Senior Software Engineer - GPU
$152K–$288K
US, CA, Santa Clara · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 12, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of industry experience in system software or a related field.
- Education
- B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
About the job
Develop GPU display features from concept through production, including architecture, implementation, and optimization across hardware and software.
What you'll do
- Define, prototype, design, and develop display features based on VESA Display Port standards, HDMI, and eDP.
- Lead complex optimization strategies across teams and technical disciplines.
- Create architecture and design specifications for next-generation GPU/SoC and platform features, collaborating with internal teams and OEM/ODM partners.
What they ask for
- Strong programming skills in C and in-depth knowledge of low-level interfaces.
- Solid background in operating system internals, device drivers, real-time embedded operating systems, algorithms, and data structures.
- Ability to work closely with hardware designers and driver engineers; strength in complex system-level debugging.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to meet tight deadlines.
Nice to have
- In-depth knowledge of display pipeline fundamentals such as VESA, HDMI, DP, eDP, PSR, and FreeSync.
- Architecture and design experience in SoC/GPU display software, power management, or optimization; prior display technology and software/hardware optimization experience.
Pay
152,000 USD - 241,500 USD (base salary); 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD (base salary)
Tools
C, VESA Display Port, DP 2.1, HDMI, eDP, PSR, FreeSync
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