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NVIDIA

Firmware Engineer

NVIDIA
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senior full-time $184,000 - $287,500 for Level 4, and $224,000 - $356,500 for

First indexed 23 Sept 2026

Description

NVIDIA is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join our team. You will collaborate with Hardware, Software, and System Architecture teams to define end-to-end solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in defining firmware architecture for new products and features at the core of NVIDIA's SOC and GPU firmware and software.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Hardware, Software, and System Architecture teams to define end-to-end solutions.
  • Define the firmware architecture for new products and features at the core of NVIDIA's SOC and GPU firmware and software.
  • Lead the development and implementation of strategic technologies, including functional safety, security, and next-generation system-on-chip and graphics processing unit capabilities.
  • Drive technical direction across multiple teams while ensuring scalable, maintainable, and high-quality firmware architecture.

Requirements:

  • Understanding of Windows Kernel-mode Drivers and Device Firmware.
  • Track record of success in solving complex problems with C, C++, or related languages.
  • Experience with virtual memory management, interrupt handling, and other low-level system software functionality.
  • Collaborative demeanor with ability to consider new insights and alternative solutions to sophisticated problems.
  • Proven track record in firmware and/or software engineering.
  • Excellent communicator and a team-player mentality.
  • BS or a higher degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of relevant software experience.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with system and chip bring up.
  • Background with virtualization technologies and containers.
  • Graphics programming knowledge.

We offer a competitive salary ranging from $184,000 to $356,500 per year, depending on experience and location, as well as equity and benefits.