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About this Director, Software TPM - Server Firmware and System Software role at NVIDIA

NVIDIA · Onsite · US, CA, Santa Clara

NVIDIA is seeking a strong technology leader to manage our Server Software Technical Program Management (TPM) team. This role is at the cross-section of execution and strategy, leading a team of Senior TPMs who drive the firmware and system software for NVIDIA's next-generation server platforms like DGX, MGX, and HGX. These platforms bring together the full power of NVIDIA GPUs, NVLink, InfiniBand networking, Grace CPUs, and our optimized AI/HPC software stack. This deep technical leadership role focused on the Software Development Processes that brings new server hardware to life.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead a team of TPMs driving the technical software and firmware execution for NVIDIA's NPI (New Product Introduction) and sustaining engineering teams.

  • Drive the end-to-end SDLC for low-level server components, including firmware (BMC, UEFI/BIOS), drivers, and system management software, ensuring alignment with hardware schedules.

  • Collaborate closely with NVIDIA product management and hardware engineering teams to define release plans and program objectives.

  • Build a strong connection and feedback loop between sustaining and NPI engineering teams to improve product quality and development velocity.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives and help propagate SDLC standards across multiple engineering and TPM organizations.

  • You will have the opportunity to interact with diverse technical groups, spanning all organizational levels.

What we need to see:

  • Bachelor of Science (or equivalent experience) or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

  • 12+ overall years of experience developing and leading complex low-level or system software projects. and 7+ years of experience in a people management role.

  • Deep understanding of system architecture, such as server topologies, Out of band management, UEFI/BIOS, interconnects (e.g., PCIe, CXL), memory management, RAS architecture etc.

  • Previous experience working with complex system software for accelerators such as GPUs, DPUs, or FPGAs.

  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a capability to achieve objectives under fast-paced timelines.

  • Proven ability to lead multiple projects with contending priorities.

  • Strong people management and mentoring skills and consistent record to build cohesive teams.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Prior Senior Manager experience leading either engineering or program management teams.

  • Deep understanding of software engineering principles and large-scale enterprise system architecture.

  • Previous experience coordinating activities between HW, Firmware, and SW application organizations is a plus.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people on the planet working for us. If you're creative, passionate and self-motivated, we want to hear from you! NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services.

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 September 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.

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