NVIDIA · 2 months ago
Senior System Software Bringup Engineer
US, CA, Santa Clara
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$148K/yr - $288K/yr
5+ years expNVIDIA is known as 'The AI Computing Company' and is seeking a Senior System Software Bringup Engineer to lead system bringup for GPU-centric server platforms. The role involves designing factory workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and troubleshooting issues during deployment of next-generation AI systems.
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Responsibilities
Lead and drive system bringup for GPU-centric server platforms in factory and data center environments
Design and implement end-to-end factory workflows, including firmware flashing sequences, security provisioning, and deployment of software mitigations
Collaborate cross-functionally with data center architects, ODMs, and OEMs to define factory and data center requirements that ensure efficient and reliable production ramp
Champion reliability, debuggability and optimization in firmware, diagnostic and deployment tool design
Use AI tools to automate functionality and improve automation
Troubleshoot at speed of light, working closely with system bring-up teams on next generation AI systems to debug and resolve issues during bringup and deployment
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in data center firmware/platform software development
BS, MS, or PhD in EE, CS, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Deep, hands-on expertise of working with ODMs/CSPs, firmware update design and out-of-band management
Proven track record of architecting and developing server firmware and diagnostic solutions for large-scale data center deployments
Solid knowledge of hardware interfaces (USB, SMBus/I2C, PCIe) and protocols such as Redfish, MCTP, and PLDM
Solid knowledge of debugging servers for early bring up
Advanced skills in C/C++ and Python, with a hands-on approach to coding and debugging during hardware bring-up
Strong communicator, excellent collaborator, and committed team player
Self-starter with a problem-solving mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, complex technical environment
Preferred
Hands-on experience with ODMs/CSPs during system bring-up and volume deployment
Deep familiarity with x86 or ARM system architecture
Strong networking expertise with high-speed NICs, including bring-up and configuration in factory environment
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