
Pioneering accelerated computing and AI
Senior System Software Engineer, GeForce NOW Client Platforms at NVIDIA
About the role
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. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
We are looking for a talented and ambitious system software engineer to join the team working on NVIDIA GeForce Now Platform (https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce-now/). The main focus of the team is client application and reusable components for GeForce Now, NVIDIA App and other applications. We seek a 'Full-Stack' Engineer who can move quickly between Windows, Mac, Linux, frontend, backend, native development, and much more. If you're experienced with various technologies, a fast learner and have a “get things done” mentality, we'd love to hear from you! In this role, you will play a significant part in helping to craft and guide the future of Cloud Gaming experience for our GeForce Now application, as well as help users to enjoy local gaming with NVIDIA App. You will also provide technical excellence within the application tier of a multi-layer application architecture. You will serve as the technical domain authority for development spanning across multiple applications and product lines.
What you'll be doing:
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Design, develop and deliver complex real-time applications for desktop and mobile platforms.
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Partner closely with operations for the reliability and scalability of our features.
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Build features and SDKs in a variety of languages, C++, TypeScript, Python, and Swift
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React to user feedback and improve the product based on metrics collected from end-user and server systems
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Collaborate and coordinate between multiple distributed teams for end-to-end feature delivery.
What we need to see:
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Ability to write readable, testable, maintainable and extensible code, primarily in C++
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12+ years in proficient development experience in large projects
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History of dedication to testing and continuous delivery.
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Good Windows API or POSIX APIs experience, experience in writing and debugging multithreaded code
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Good interpersonal skills and experience presenting with and handling the expectations of both technical and non-technical partners.
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Proven passion for user experience design and improving usability.
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Create configuration, build, and test scripts for Continuous Integration environments, application deployment, web security.
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BS or MS in Computer Science or related areas or equivalent experience
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
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Background with developing and supporting live consumer products/services on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
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Experience in developing services and framework-like SDKs, like COM or Windows Runtime SDK
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Familiarity with telemetry and visualization tools, experience in employing data to analyze and improve product reliability and performance
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Passion for PC or mobile gaming
Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 3, 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.
Required skills
system software
full-stack development
desktop application development
frontend development
backend development
cross-platform engineering
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