NVIDIA · 2 months ago
Manager, Graphics Tools Engineering
US, CA, Santa Clara
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expNVIDIA is a leader in visual computing and is seeking a deeply technical and creative engineering manager to drive the development of next-generation Graphics Developer Tools. The role involves leading a team to improve GPU tools, mentor engineers, and collaborate with various internal teams to enhance the developer experience for creating high-performance graphics applications.
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Responsibilities
Improve existing tools for NVIDIA GPUs, enabling developers to quickly identify and resolve rendering and performance issues and create innovative new tools that bridge AI & graphics in next generation workflows
Collaborate closely with internal and external partners, including teams within NVIDIA such as the Compiler, Driver, and GPU Architecture teams
Drive technology discussions and provide feedback on system architecture as well as demonstrate ongoing growth in technical and leadership abilities
Accurately estimate and prioritize tasks in order to create realistic delivery schedules
Write fast, effective, maintainable, reliable and well-documented object-oriented code
Mentor and guide engineers, providing feedback on performance and career development
Document requirements and designs, and review documents with key partners
Meet with the QA Department to develop test plans for new features
Qualification
Required
Real passion for 3D graphics, AI, and low-level programming with 8+ overall years of relevant experience
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related engineering fields or equivalent experience
Excellent C/C++ programming skills
2+ years of previous experience as a technical lead or manager, with a proven ability to effectively lead a team of engineers in a fast paced and dynamic environment
Ability to provide accurate estimates to ensure delivery of software on time
Knowledge of 3D Graphics Algorithms and GPU Architectures, with proficiency in at least one 3D Graphics API such as Direct3D, OpenGL, or Vulkan
Deep understanding of computer architecture concepts such as virtual memory, caches, registers, threads, and heterogeneous computing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience developing drivers for GPUs and understanding of Deep Learning and AI
Expertise in GPU low-level performance tuning/optimization, including profiling and debugging
Experience writing, debugging and optimizing HLSL/GLSL shader code for gaming, device drivers, real-time systems or low level libraries
Background in the game industry or in a field that requires high-performance graphics
Be able to demonstrate initiative and determination to get things done
Benefits
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NVIDIA
NVIDIA is a computing platform company operating at the intersection of graphics, HPC, and AI.
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