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It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology-and amazing people. NVIDIA is looking for an experienced Senior Software and System Architect to join our Networking Software Architecture group. Nvidia's Architecture group consists of world-class architects responsible for crafting the next generation state-of-the-art architecture for our DPUs & NICs technologies.\nThe position includes researching new technologies with a focus on defining the architecture of groundbreaking technologies in various domains: networking, security, virtualization and orchestration. You work will play a vital role in advancing our datacenter networking and security solutions. You will be working with global teams iand have a unique opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company shaping the future of data-centers technologies. Does this sound like a role you are looking for? Then we'd love to hear from you!\nWhat you will be doing:\nLeading architecture for cloud-networking and security solutions\nDesigning state-of-the-art system architecture for DPUs & NICs technologies\nBuilding end-to-end solutions from application level to hardware level\nProviding fast and creative solutions to complex problems\nWriting effective, clear and reliable architecture specifications\nEvaluating new technologies, innovating and rapidly developing proof of concept prototypes that can then be developed into full-fledged products/solutions\nWorking closely with different Nvidia teams around the world including software and hardware architects, R&D, product teams, solution architects, application and field engineers\nWorking with high profile customers on advanced and groundbreaking technologies and solutions\nWhat we need to see:\nB.Sc/M.Sc/Phd degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).\n8+ years of experience as a Software Architect or Systems Architect; Within that, strong experience as a Software Developer.\nDeep knowledge of and experience with C and Python\nHands-on Linux development experience\nCloud-networking experience\nWide knowledge and understanding of networking protocols and common network topologies\nStrong design, coding, analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills\nAbility to work concurrently with multiple groups locally and abroad in the organization\nExcellent communication, documentation and presentation skills\nWays to stand out of a crowd:\nDevelopment experience with networking/security devices - NICs/DPUs/Switches/Routers /Firewalls\nGood understanding of OSs and drivers\nBackground with data center technologies, network topologies and cloud\nExperience with DPDK, OVS, OVN\nExperience with Docker, Containers, Kubernetes components & subsystems\nWith competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and. due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!\nYour base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4; and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.\nYou will also be eligible for equity and benefits.\nApplications for this job will be accepted at least until November 9, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.\nNVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.\nNVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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