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NVIDIA’s invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern deep learning — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as “the AI computing company.” We're looking to grow our company and establish teams with the most thoughtful people in the world. Are you ready to change the next generation of computing? Join us at the forefront of technological advancement.
We are looking for a strong technical Firmware engineer to own firmware development for embedded controllers. You will work with various stakeholders internally and externally, to understand requirements, implement features, debug issues, and provide technical support to partners and customers.
What you’ll be doing:
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Designing, implementing, and delivering Embedded Controller (EC) firmware for notebooks
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Integration of EC firmware with other platform firmware
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Provide technical support to the EC Chip vendors and OEMs/ODMs
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Partnering with the EC Chip vendors to ensure products work best with NVIDIA products
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Working with hardware teams to review HW architecture & schematics.
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Collaborate with QA/Test architects to produce proper test tools and automation for qualifying firmware.
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Develop collaterals for EC chip vendors and OEMs/ODMs
What we need to see:
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Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent experience), and 5 yrs of proven experience, with demonstrated strong ability as individual contributor.
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Experience implementing firmware in ARM Architecture. Experience implementing system software in a Linux OS environment
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Experience implementing Embedded Controller (EC) firmware. Solid experience in C/C development
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Solid understanding of low-level interfaces like GPIO/I2C/SPI/eSPI/PCIe/JTAG etc. PCIe enumeration, IO at platform level for notebooks.
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Experience working closely with HW teams, ODMs and vendors to introduce and support notebooks.
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Background in python for scripting, and debugging skills in embedded Linux operating environments.
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You should possess excellent written and oral communication skills, good work ethics, high sense of teamwork, love to produce quality work and a commitment to finish your tasks every single day. You are a self-starter who loves to find creative solutions to exciting problems.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
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Experience in Zephyr OS
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Expertise in Arm embedded architecture.
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Experience in supporting Windows on Arm platforms.
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 on the planet working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 19, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About NVIDIA

NVIDIA
PublicA computing platform company operating at the intersection of graphics, HPC, and AI.
10,001+
Employees
Santa Clara
Headquarters
$4.57T
Valuation
Reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Work Life Balance
3.5
Compensation
4.2
Culture
4.3
Career
4.5
Management
4.0
75%
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Pros
Great culture and supportive environment
Smart colleagues and excellent people
Cutting-edge technology and learning opportunities
Cons
Team-dependent experience and outcomes
Work-life balance issues with long hours
Politics and influence over competence
Salary Ranges
47 data points
Junior/L3
Mid/L4
Junior/L3 · Analyst
7 reports
$170,275
total / year
Base
$130,981
Stock
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Bonus
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$155,480
$234,166
Interview Experience
7 interviews
Difficulty
3.1
/ 5
Experience
Positive 0%
Neutral 86%
Negative 14%
Interview Process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Screen
3
Online Assessment
4
Technical Interview
5
System Design Interview
6
Team Review
Common Questions
Coding/Algorithm
System Design
Technical Knowledge
Behavioral/STAR
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