SOC System Software Engineer

NVIDIA is seeking a highly motivated and independent engineer to join the SOC System Software organization. The successful candidate will lead HDCP activities across SoC-based projects, develop and maintain secure-engine firmware, and deliver end-to-end HDCP solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead HDCP activities across SoC-based projects, including feature roadmap, protocol implementation, compliance certification, and delivery
• Develop and maintain secure-engine firmware on a RISC-V based secure processor
• Deliver end-to-end HDCP solution across multiple software stacks spanning Linux, Android for automotive, and consumer platforms
• Drive firmware production signing readiness, rollback-prevention strategies, and key-provisioning workflows
• Serve as the security primary contact for the team, leading threat modeling, static analysis, vulnerability tracking and remediation, and security compliance
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to align on architecture and delivery

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience in embedded systems, firmware, or system software development
• Strong RISC-V or embedded processor firmware development experience with privilege-level isolation and secure boot
• Deep understanding of cryptography and security protocols, specifically HDCP 1.x/2.x authentication, key management, and repeater topology
• Strong familiarity with how HDCP integrates with display protocols, e.g. HDMI, DisplayPort
• Consistent record leading cross-team technical initiatives from architecture through certification and delivery

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Equity eligibility

Salary Range:

• 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4
• 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5