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From the employer's careers site First seen 18 Oct 2026 · Still live on 31 Oct 2026

Senior System Software Engineer, Vulkan Performance

NVIDIA Santa Clara, CA senior full-time

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Description

As a Senior System Software Engineer, Vulkan Performance, you will play a crucial role in optimizing the performance, power efficiency, and latency of games and creative applications. You will collaborate with top experts in computer graphics and processor design to develop high-quality drivers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and resolve GPU and CPU performance bottlenecks in Vulkan and Proton titles.
  • Identify areas for improvement in API usage and communicate with third-party developers.
  • Implement performance enhancements and fix driver defects.
  • Work closely with engineers across NVIDIA.
  • Develop industry-leading drivers.

Requirements:

  • B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in graphics software, system programming, or a related field.
  • Understanding of graphics fundamentals, operating systems, and computer architecture.
  • Proficiency in Vulkan, OpenGL, or DirectX.
  • Strong programming skills in C and C++.
  • Experience with assembly code and optimized code development.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in 3D graphics.
  • Experience with operating system kernels and device drivers.
  • Creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multinational environment.

NVIDIA offers competitive salaries, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Skills

Required

  • Vulkan
  • OpenGL
  • DirectX
  • C
  • C++
  • assembly code
  • computer architecture
  • operating systems
  • graphics software
  • system programming

Nice to have

  • 3D graphics
  • operating system kernels
  • device drivers
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