
Pioneering accelerated computing and AI
Director, Software Engineering 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.
What you’ll be doing:
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Lead a team of engineers and leaders building employee-facing products.
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Participate in product design and development, engaging at all levels of execution.
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Work closely with PMs, TPMs, and technical teams to drive engineering outcomes, enhance user experiences, and develop products and workflows that users love.
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Provide strategic direction working closely with senior leaders across NVIDIA
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Provide technical leadership strongly advocate for AI-first experiences.
What we need to see:
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A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, or a related technical field.
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15+ overall years of experience building software in the tech industry.
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8+ years of experience managing high-performing teams.
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Product-first thinking.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
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Strong experience building and leveraging AI agents.
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Experience designing distributed systems.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
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Familiarity with issue tracking and agile delivery products.
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Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and high-quality release practices.
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This should be a dynamic and individualized intro to NVIDIA and summary of the team where the person will be applying
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Try to include unique details about the position that help it stand out from similar roles
NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services. Our work opens up new universes to explore, enables outstanding creativity and discovery, and powers what were once science fiction inventions from artificial intelligence to autonomous cars. NVIDIA is looking for exceptional people like you to help us accelerate the next wave of artificial intelligence.
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 292,000 USD - 442,750 USD.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 9, 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
Engineering leadership
People management
Software development
Product collaboration
Technical strategy
Cross-functional leadership
Execution management
AI product thinking
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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
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Work-life balance
2.8
Compensation
4.5
Culture
4.2
Career
4.3
Management
3.8
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Pros
Cutting-edge technology and innovation
Excellent compensation and benefits
Great team culture and collaboration
Cons
High pressure and expectations
Poor work-life balance and long hours
Fast-paced environment leading to burnout
Salary Ranges
79 data points
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$170,275
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Base
$130,981
Stock
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Bonus
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$155,480
$234,166
Interview experience
5 interviews
Difficulty
3.0
/ 5
Interview process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Screen
3
Technical Phone Screen
4
Onsite/Virtual Interviews
5
Team Matching
6
Offer
Common questions
Coding/Algorithm
System Design
Behavioral/STAR
Technical Knowledge
Past Experience
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