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Principal System Networking Architect

Our technology is crucial for global innovators, scientists, researchers, and engineers, empowering them to transform their boldest concepts into tangible outcomes. Our next-generation Infiniband, NVLink, and Ethernet systems will continue to be at the forefront of connecting and powering the world's most advanced AI clusters.

We seek a highly motivated and experienced System Architect specializing in Data-Center, AI Fabric, and Ethernet Networking to join our team of experts and help shape the future of high-performance ML/AI computing. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most pioneering technologies and help drive the innovation of our next-generation networks. You will play a key role in defining end-to-end solutions, networking protocols and features, interworking with orchestration systems, and help address new business opportunities in exciting areas. Our Architects also represent NVIDIA in open-source projects, technical conferences, and standard development organizations.

What you'll be doing:

  • Explore new technologies and end-to-end solutions for our Ethernet Networking Platforms.

  • Be familiar with data-center and AI fabric network topologies, AI/ML clusters operation and network usage, as well as with the Ethernet Switch platforms' design and characteristics.

  • Define robust architectures and technical requirements for network operating systems and end-to-end solution offering for AI/ML workloads' needs and highly performing network operations.

  • Lead the work with R&D and Validation teams, providing technical guidelines and close support and thorough reviews for detailed designs and test plans.

  • Collaboration with architects across various fields, including Chip Design, Firmware, Hardware Platforms, and System teams.

  • Close work with product marketing, program managers, and account managers to ensure the successful execution of projects.

  • Support engagements with key customers, issue patents, publish white papers and blogs, and be proactive in technical forums and industry working groups.

  • Promote innovation through the design and implementation of Proof-of-Concept (PoC).

What we need to see:

  • B.Sc, M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

  • 15+ years of experience in embedded software development for networking products, including 7+ years functioning as a System and/or Networking Architect.

  • Expert-level knowledge in Ethernet/IP technologies, network topologies, and networking features in data center, telco and/or edge networks.

  • Highly experienced in system software design and networking fundamentals.

  • Excellent understanding of large-scale network behavior and the effect of distributed computing workloads on the network.

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain technical foresight, conducting deep research and development into new technologies to generate innovative ideas and functional applications.

  • Leadership skills and accountability, including of past projects.

  • Clear verbal and written communication with the ability to build consensus within a large organization.

  • Possess problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

  • Ability to operate in a highly dynamic environment.

Ways to stand out of the crowd:

  • Extensive knowledge in various Switch ASIC hardware and Software Development Kit (SDK).

  • Demonstrated ability to prototype ideas and demonstrate their value.

  • Applying ML/AI methods to solve networking problems.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you. NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most hard-working and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and passionate about developing cloud services 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 272,000 USD - 425,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 31, 2025.

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.

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