NVIDIA · 21 hours ago
Senior System Software Engineer - SoC Power
US, CA, Santa Clara
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $242K/yr
5+ years expNVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. The company is seeking motivated system software engineers to join its Tegra software organization to help build efficient kernel drivers and firmware for ARM SoCs, impacting product lines like Robotics, self-driving cars, and AI.
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Responsibilities
Design and implement power management policy in system software solutions for Tegra Automotive, Embedded and Data Center platforms
Develop firmware for embedded and Datacenter SoCs with a focus on power management
Triage and debug various software issues in sophisticated systems and applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft and implement power management strategies that ensure outstanding performance and efficiency
Develop and implement test plans to validate the effectiveness and efficiency of software solutions
Identify, diagnose, and resolve power and performance issues in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in system software development, focusing on power and performance optimization
Strong programming skills in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Python
In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, and hardware-software interactions
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in system software/firmware for power optimization in Datacenter, Embedded, or ARM-based systems
Preferred
Expertise in performance/power measurement, tools development, and using simulation/emulation platforms
Deep understanding of system-level architecture, such as topologies, interconnects, memory hierarchy, interrupts, and memory-mapped IO
Knowledgeable in performance and power management techniques such as DVFS, clock and power gating, clock sequencing, binning, and power/thermal budgeting
Experience analyzing, debugging, and tuning performance of complex system software stacks
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