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Senior Tegra Software Engineer

NVIDIA· Engineer, Sys SW
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Santa Clara, CA$152k - $241.5kfull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Tegra Software Engineer at NVIDIA focused on developing firmware, software, and security-related components for Tegra SoCs, including Root of Trust, pre-silicon activities, and collaboration across architecture, software, and hardware teams to advance NVIDIA System-on-Chips.

Responsibilities

  • Develop bare metal firmware, software, and applications for various security use cases and proofs of concept.
  • Handle and debug all security and system software issues for Tegra SoC.
  • Work on ROT (Root of Trust) build in the cryptographic security system.
  • Take an active role in the new silicon lifecycle, from pre-silicon simulation/emulation, test validation to power-on bring up phases. Specify and implement test cases while actively seeking improvements to test automation and software quality.
  • Collaborate closely with architecture and different software and hardware teams to improve the next generation of NVIDIA System-on-Chips.
  • Engage with technology partners on critical discussions to ensure seamless integration and flawless performance.

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
  • Strong system software engineering skills combined with a drive to tackle hard problems.
  • Proficiency in programming and debugging in C, C++, and Assembly language. Experience in Rust and Ada/Spark programming language is a plus.
  • Good understanding of operating system internals, embedded systems, and security software.
  • A proven great teammate; self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Skills

Required:CC++AssemblyOperating System InternalsEmbedded Systems SecurityCommunication
Nice to have:RustAda/Spark

Benefits

  • equity
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • base salary and location-based compensation
  • opportunities for career growth and development
Last updated Aug 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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