Job Description
- Job Description:
- Drive upstream-first Linux enablement for NVIDIA CPUs and SoCs.
- Design and upstream kernel infrastructure required for new silicon platforms.
- Work directly with Linux subsystem maintainers and the broader community to land and maintain upstream support.
- Own the lifecycle of kernel features—from architectural design and implementation to upstream acceptance and long-term maintenance.
- Collaborate closely with architecture, GPU, networking, and firmware teams to define system software capabilities for future platforms.
- Bring insights from the Linux community into NVIDIA to influence hardware interfaces and platform architecture.
- Contribute technically to the Linux ecosystem through code, reviews, design discussions, and long-term stewardship of upstream functionality.
- Requirements:
- B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 18+ years of experience in systems software or Linux kernel development.
- Strong reputation within the Linux community (e.g., subsystem maintainer, frequent upstream contributor, or recognized technical leader).
- Deep understanding of Linux kernel internals and upstream development practices.
- Proven experience upstreaming complex kernel features and working with subsystem maintainers.
- Ability to bridge hardware architecture and kernel design.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across open-source communities and internal engineering teams.
- Persistence and technical rigor when debugging complex system-level issues.
- Benefits:
- equity
- benefits
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