System Software Engineer, UEFI Firmware
About the role
Job Requisition ID
JR2023314
Job Category
Engineering
Time Type
Full time
NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. In addition to the world's most versatile and performant GPUs, we are building industry leading CPUs for the embedded, automotive and data center markets. Our work opens up new universes to explore, enables amazing creativity and discovery, and powers what were once science fiction inventions from artificial intelligence to autonomous cars. NVIDIA is looking for great people like you to help us accelerate the next wave of artificial intelligence.
We are now hiring a System Software Engineer for the UEFI Firmware team! You will be heavily involved with the early modeling and simulation required to produce our world-class products, and will follow the project all the way through the development process to deployment in gaming consoles, servers, and AI devices that are used throughout the world.
What You'll Be Doing
Features/code development for UEFI firmware
Document code flow, data flow, and architecture for UEFI Firmware
Debug and root cause UEFI Firmware issues thru creative thinking
Support simulation and FPGA environment bringup for UEFI Firmware
Drive and resolve issues independently across teams and disciplines
Plan and execute pre and post silicon verification of UEFI firmware
Develop test frameworks and tests to verify UEFI and ARM SBSA/SBBR requirements
Multiple opportunities to collaborate and communicate effectively with teams from all around the globe
What We Need To See
BS or MS degree in EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in low-level operating system functionality, specifically in areas of ARM technologies and programming is invaluable
Superb C programming and debugging skills
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Experience with UEFI, ACPI, SMBIOS, Linux kernel are preferred
Working experience in system software, operating system internals, kernel modules, and device drivers
Experience working with AI development tools
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative, autonomous and enjoy having fun, 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 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 2, and 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 29, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive 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.
Responsibilities
- Features/code development for UEFI firmware
- Document code flow, data flow, and architecture for UEFI Firmware
- Debug and root cause UEFI Firmware issues thru creative thinking
- Support simulation and FPGA environment bringup for UEFI Firmware
- Drive and resolve issues independently across teams and disciplines
- Plan and execute pre and post silicon verification of UEFI firmware
- Develop test frameworks and tests to verify UEFI and ARM SBSA/SBBR requirements
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with teams globally
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of experience in low-level operating system functionality, specifically in areas of ARM technologies and programming
- Superb C programming and debugging skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Experience with UEFI, ACPI, SMBIOS, Linux kernel are preferred
- Working experience in system software, operating system internals, kernel modules, and device drivers
- Experience working with AI development tools
Benefits
- Equity
- Inclusive work environment
Skills mentioned
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