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NVIDIA

Senior System Software Engineer - Tegra Boot Stack Firmware

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senior full-time Santa Clara, CA

First indexed 29 Jul 2026

Description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior System Software Engineer to join the Tegra Core Firmware team. You will architect and develop boot stack firmware for the flagship Tegra chipset used in high-compute platforms for automotive, datacenter, and other critical applications.

The ideal candidate will have excellent C and Python programming skills, a thorough understanding of operating systems and kernel programming, and good understanding of hardware architecture. Experience with automotive functionality safety and security standards is a plus.

Responsibilities:

  • Build robust features for Tegra core boot firmware under the V-model established by safety and security standards.
  • Define, decompose, and verify functional/safety requirements and architecture.
  • Perform failure analysis (FMEA/DFA) on Bootloader functionality and architecture.
  • Collaborate with internal and external team members to develop partnerships.
  • Validate and verify features on pre-silicon simulation platforms prior to tapeout.
  • Conduct silicon verification, feature development, and post-silicon support.

Requirements:

  • BS or MS degree in EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant proven experience.
  • Experience in low-level boot firmware development, specifically in areas of ARM technologies and programming.
  • Excellent C and Python programming and debugging skills.
  • Detailed and extensive experience with Linux kernel software.
  • Experience in automotive software development and verification process under the V-model is a plus.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

  • Highly competitive salaries.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Equity eligibility.
  • Access to www.nvidiabenefits.com/