Senior System Software Engineer - GPU Kernel Drivers
NVIDIA.com
Office
India, Hyderabad
Full Time
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work.
NVIDIA is searching for outstanding senior system software engineer to join the NVIDIA's SOC Linux display driver team. As part of this role, you will play a crucial role in developing performant and scalable GPU system software for the SOCs. The best candidates will have very strong experience developing Graphics Linux Kernel Drivers with emphasis on Computer Architecture and OS fundamentals. Join us to tackle complex system software challenges to build next generation NVIDIA platforms.
What You'Ll Be Doing:
- Improve existing software by debugging, analyzing, and providing solutions to complex issues related to display technologies.
- Define, design, develop, test and maintain kernel drivers and embedded firmwares with a focus on performance, security, scalability and user experience.
- Get to craft, develop, unit test, document and maintain features for NVIDIA GPUs and Tegra SoCs.
- Collaborate with forward-thinking and motivated engineers around the world as an equal member of a multi-site team.
- You will influence hardware architecture and system software by creating architecture and design specifications.
What We Need To See:
- 10+ years of "hands on" experience developing system software and graphics drivers for the Linux based operating systems.
- BS or MS degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Detailed knowledge of Linux kernel internals and low-level system programming.
- Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems design, memory management, concurrency and device drivers.
- Outstanding C programming and low-level driver experience.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and planning skills.
- Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- Detailed knowledge of Linux Kernel's DRM subsystem and hands-on experience with KMS and DRM memory management.
- Experience with display standards such as HDMI, Display Port etc.
- Experience in pre-silicon, bring-up and post-silicon phases of sophisticated chips.
Senior System Software Engineer - GPU Kernel Drivers
Office
India, Hyderabad
Full Time
October 1, 2025