Senior Systems Software Engineer, Base OS - NPI

📋 Description

• • Join NVIDIA at the cutting edge of AI and high-performance computing as a Senior Systems Software Engineer, focusing on Base OS for New Product Introduction (NPI).
• • NVIDIA's foundational role in the GPU revolution has propelled modern AI, transforming industries from gaming to autonomous vehicles. As the "AI computing company," we are seeking exceptionally resourceful individuals to contribute to our groundbreaking advancements.
• • In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in developing and sustaining NVIDIA's BaseOS, a critical Linux distribution powering our GPU-based platforms across AI, Data-Analytics, and Autonomous Vehicle sectors.
• • You will be responsible for crafting and refining Ubuntu and RHEL-based OS image flavors, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance on NVIDIA's advanced hardware.
• • A key aspect of your work will involve the ongoing support and enhancement of existing NVIDIA DGX and HGX systems, maintaining their high standards of reliability and efficiency.
• • Collaborate intimately with System and Software development teams to architect and implement a robust common infrastructure for automation, leveraging the latest industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• • Engage closely with Hardware and Firmware development teams throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial power-on to successful OS boot, ensuring smooth bring-up of new NVIDIA platforms.
• • This role demands a deep understanding of operating system concepts, including filesystems, job scheduling, device drivers, and storage management, to effectively debug and optimize complex system behaviors.
• • You will tackle intricate system-level debugging challenges, spanning areas like X/Wayland, systemd, analyzing crash dumps, and resolving installation issues, ensuring the stability and integrity of our OS.
• • Contribute to the development of automation frameworks and tools that streamline the OS image creation and deployment processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-market for new products.
• • Participate in the evaluation and integration of new technologies and open-source components to enhance the capabilities and performance of the BaseOS.
• • Document technical designs, processes, and solutions, ensuring knowledge transfer and maintainability within the team.
• • You will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of NVIDIA's foundational operating system technologies, impacting a wide range of cutting-edge products.
• • This position offers a unique chance to work with world-class engineers on challenging problems that define the future of computing.
• • Your contributions will directly impact the performance, reliability, and scalability of NVIDIA's AI infrastructure, which is used by leading researchers and developers globally.
• • Develop and maintain build systems and CI/CD pipelines for OS image generation and testing.
• • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and hardware integration issues encountered during NPI phases.
• • Contribute to the open-source community where applicable, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• • Ensure the security and stability of the BaseOS through rigorous testing and vulnerability management.
• • Stay abreast of the latest developments in Linux kernel, systemd, and other core OS components relevant to NVIDIA's platforms.
• • This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality, robust software solutions.
• • You will be a key player in ensuring that NVIDIA's platforms are ready for mass production and meet the demanding requirements of our customers in the AI and HPC space.
• • The work involves a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to bring NVIDIA's innovative hardware and software solutions to market successfully.
• • You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, contributing to NVIDIA's reputation as a leader in technology.
• • This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the core software that powers NVIDIA's most advanced computing platforms.