Senior System Software Engineer, Automotive Performance

Play a key role in optimizing system software for NVIDIA automotive performance platforms with Safe RTOS.

Collaborate closely with Hardware Architecture, DriveOS, Power, and Test teams to track key boot & runtime performance benchmarks.

Ensure the software and hardware meet projected targets by closely supervising micro benchmarks and industry-standard benchmarks across IPs.

Contribute to developing innovative features in automotive profiling tools with AI assistance.

Benchmark the hypervisor and ensure the lowest overhead on ARM systems.

Collaborate with the ADAS/AV team in optimizing the next-gen stack from NVIDIA on Tegra platforms.

Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

5+ years of proven experience in systems or software performance.

Solid C/C++ programming abilities accompanied by previous experience in the automotive sector.

Proficiency in Linux and QNX; Knowledge of Android is advantageous but not mandatory.

Solid understanding of Benchmarking, boot time optimization, compiler optimizations and runtime performance improvements.

Knowledge of hypervisors, virtualization, and overhead analysis.

Experience working with profiling utilities to improve system software efficiency.

AI/ML experience is highly desirable.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

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 27, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

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