Linux Graphics Senior Software Engineer

Nvidia • Santa Clara, CA

69d • $136,000 - $212,750

About The Position

We are now looking for a Linux Graphics Senior Software Engineer! NVIDIA's invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as “the AI computing company”. We are growing our company and the team with the smartest people in the world. We are looking for you to join the Linux Graphics driver team. You are expected to design, develop, and deliver driver solutions for new GPU designs on current and future Linux platforms. NVIDIA is searching for world-class software engineers to join the Linux Graphics driver team. This position involves architecture and development of new SW technologies to support Wayland, Vulkan and OpenGL software for our GPUs, as well as enhancements and maintenance of existing features, including the testing and continuous improvement to maintain the driver quality.

Requirements

• A 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with Linux gaming development.

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 the 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous benefits package
• Equity eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree