Linux Graphics Senior Software Engineer at NVIDIA

Santa Clara, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, AIIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years "hands on" experience developing graphics system level software especially for the Linux OS
  • 5+ years of programming experience in C and C++
  • Low-level Linux operating system knowledge, specifically memory/resource management, scheduling, and process control
  • Very good oral and written communication skills
  • A self-motivated teammate with good attitude

Responsibilities

  • Involved in the definition, design, development and test automation of state-of-the-art professional and consumer Linux Vulkan and OpenGL graphics software
  • Develop and maintain SW technologies targeted at enabling and supporting NVIDIA's GPU hardware on current and upcoming Linux based operating systems, ensuring the best performance and feature quality running on cross platform implementations
  • Collaborate with test automation to achieve outstanding feature quality and timely identify regressions
  • Work with other worldwide internal teams, including software, hardware, architecture, and OEM support
  • Design, develop, and deliver driver solutions for new GPU designs on current and future Linux platforms
  • Architecture and development of new SW technologies to support Wayland, Vulkan and OpenGL software for GPUs, as well as enhancements and maintenance of existing features, including testing and continuous improvement to maintain driver quality

Skills

Linux
Graphics Drivers
Wayland
Vulkan
OpenGL
GPU
Test Automation

NVIDIA

Designs GPUs and AI computing solutions

About NVIDIA

NVIDIA designs and manufactures graphics processing units (GPUs) and system on a chip units (SoCs) for various markets, including gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and automotive. Their products include GPUs tailored for gaming and professional use, as well as platforms for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) that cater to developers, data scientists, and IT administrators. NVIDIA generates revenue through the sale of hardware, software solutions, and cloud-based services, such as NVIDIA CloudXR and NGC, which enhance experiences in AI, machine learning, and computer vision. What sets NVIDIA apart from competitors is its strong focus on research and development, allowing it to maintain a leadership position in a competitive market. The company's goal is to drive innovation and provide advanced solutions that meet the needs of a diverse clientele, including gamers, researchers, and enterprises.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$19.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition from AI startups like xAI could challenge NVIDIA's market position.
Serve Robotics' expansion may divert resources from NVIDIA's core GPU and AI businesses.
Integration of VinBrain may pose challenges and distract from NVIDIA's primary operations.

Differentiation

NVIDIA leads in AI and HPC solutions with cutting-edge GPU technology.
The company excels in diverse markets, including gaming, data centers, and autonomous vehicles.
NVIDIA's cloud services, like CloudXR, offer scalable solutions for AI and machine learning.

Upsides

Acquisition of VinBrain enhances NVIDIA's AI capabilities in the healthcare sector.
Investment in Nebius Group boosts NVIDIA's AI infrastructure and cloud platform offerings.
Serve Robotics' expansion, backed by NVIDIA, highlights growth in autonomous delivery services.

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