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Manager, Chip Software

NVIDIA· Mgmt, Sys SW
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Santa Clara, CA$184k - $287.5kPosted 2mo ago

About the role

Chip Software Project management leader to define, build and execute a chip through the silicon life cycle, coordinating software activities for next-generation SOC chip software development across Automotive, Data Center, Embedded and Mobile.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and implement all aspects of software planning and completion for SOC chips - coordinate the software POR, pre-silicon development, pre-silicon software validation, bring-up and productization.
  • Develop and expand comprehensive workflows for the SOC partner validation programs, handling engagement, qualification, onboarding, test execution, and result publication across multiple partners simultaneously.
  • Build and expand strategic connections with partners. Act as the main program contact and find opportunities to improve the execution efficiency across companies.
  • Drive the simulation and emulation POR, planning and schedule – work closely with Simulation and Emulation teams to build a prioritized plan and schedule for the project.
  • Ensure teams are providing all needed collaterals for the Software Product Life Cycle development process. Also drive teams to develop software for compliance to various Safety standards when applicable.
  • As the focal point, schedule and lead status meetings, handle communication of progress/status within/across all software teams across multiple geographic locations.
  • Partner closely with platform teams to define, prioritize, and execute bring-up of their custom requirements.
  • Act as the primary interface to Auto, Data Center, Embedded and Mobile software groups for all chips related issues and communication.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors or master’s degree in Computer Science/ Electrical / Electronic engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 10+ overall years of proven experience in related areas with at least 4+ years of management experience
  • Deep understanding of the software development life cycle
  • Proven Software Technical project management background in a matrix organization
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture: CPU, memory, buses and interconnects, Operating Systems and device drivers
  • Experience managing programs that span external partner engagement and internal engineering delivery simultaneously, from onboarding through joint go-to-market.

Skills

Required:Software project managementEmbedded systems

Benefits

  • equity
  • benefits (as listed in posting)
Last updated Aug 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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