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NVIDIA

Senior Technical Program Manager

NVIDIA
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senior full-time 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5, and 240,000 USD - 379

First indexed 17 Oct 2026

Description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join the NVIDIA DRIVE AV Platform team. The successful candidate will lead efforts to productize groundbreaking solutions for autonomous vehicles, working with multi-functional engineering teams to integrate their work into the autonomous DRIVE SW platform.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead multiple complex programs and projects across the autonomous driving platform
  • Drive new platform technologies from bringup to production across software, hardware, vehicle, and validation teams
  • Manage automotive software development and releases in a highly dynamic environment
  • Define scope and manage project roadmaps, schedules, and milestones with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Handle risks and resolve issues affecting release scope, schedule, and quality
  • Identify and manage cross-functional dependencies proactively
  • Improve processes and procedures within the team and streamline day-to-day operations
  • Communicate regularly to manage expectations and provide timely updates on progress, risks, and decisions

Requirements:

  • BS/MS in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 12+ years of industry and Technical Program Management experience in software engineering and releasing commercial products
  • Track record of delivering scalable programs and process improvements in fast-paced, multi-functional environments
  • Experience driving adoption of new and improved process workflows
  • Strong technical acumen across software and hardware platforms
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Self-starter with a “can-do” attitude

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a software developer or software QA engineer
  • Background in embedded systems (OS, platform drivers, sensors, middleware) or other software close to the hardware stack
  • Experience in Automotive system integration
  • Experience with Jira and/or JAMA
  • Expertise in Agile and Scrum methodology

The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5, and 240,000 USD - 379,500 USD for Level 6. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.