--- title: Graphics System Software Engineer at NVIDIA description: NVIDIA is hiring for the Graphics System Software Engineer role in Santa Clara, CA. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/graphics-system-software-engineer-at-nvidia-01a0f5a4-64e3-7633-a791-3cb98e6eada5 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join NVIDIA as Graphics System Software Engineer in Santa Clara, CA. Pays $152K–$241.5K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/e19t3h.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Santa Clara, CA | | **Salary** | $152K/yr - $241.5K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** NVIDIA sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 3,120 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for NVIDIA. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $197,000 – $236,000 a year (median $236,000). ## Description 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. NVIDIA is searching for an outstanding Graphics System Software Engineer to expand the AI for Experiences team. As a team member, you will work with dedicated graphics software engineers from a diverse set of backgrounds. These include gaming, deep learning, application and system development, and hardware invention. The team is distributed worldwide. **What you'll be doing:** As a member of this team, we develop advanced graphics and deep learning technologies that bring real-time AI to gamers and creators. We collaborate with industry leaders to build new APIs and systems. After that, we implement these across various GPU generations and operating systems. Design, develop, and maintain robust user-mode driver and platform code that serves as the foundation for key NVIDIA graphics technologies. Maneuver through an intricate development architecture, guaranteeing robust backward and forward compatibility across diverse GPU architectures, operating systems, and driver releases. Additionally, you will support the design, development, and validation of our next generation of graphics processors from design to store shelves. **What we need to see:** - Hold a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field (or equivalent experience). - 5+ years of experience writing robust and well maintained C++. - 5+ years of experience working on platform, driver, or SDK development. - Solid background in algorithms, data structures, and computer architecture and working experience with DirectX 12, Vulkan, or other rendering APIs **Ways to stand out from the crowd:** - Working experience in Windows or Linux User Mode Drivers - Experience with Game Development on Console, Desktop, or Mobile environments - Familiarity with the latest security methodologies for writing secure code - A strong standout colleague; self-motivated with great interpersonal skills Your 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: 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](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/benefits/). Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 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. ## Skills - DirectX - Self-Motivation - Computer Architecture - Robotics - Vulkan Graphics API - Interpersonal Skills - Algorithms - Computer Graphics - C++ - GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) - Software Development Kit (Sdk) - Computer Science - Linux - Data Structures - Secure Coding - Writing ## Related - [More jobs at NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Development jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Developer / Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development/software-developer-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260506 jobs - [Computer Hardware](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/computer-hardware?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 22606 jobs - [Santa Clara, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/santa-clara?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 6818 jobs - [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2760 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260506 jobs - [Computer Hardware](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/computer-hardware?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 22606 jobs - [Santa Clara, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/santa-clara?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 6818 jobs - [NVIDIA](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/nvidia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2760 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)