System Engineering First-Line Manager

NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional System Engineering First-Line Manager to lead a development team at its Santa Clara HQ, California. The team focuses on firmware validation and integration for advanced NVIDIA networking, AI platforms, and silicon. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of engineers, providing technical guidance and career mentorship. Define and implement new product integration and validation for NVIDIA HCA and DPU products. Drive project planning, scheduling, and execution for the team. Collaborate with architecture, product, and software design teams. Work on pre and post-silicon activities for next-generation NVIDIA networking products. Gain in-depth knowledge of networking technology, system debugging, and HW/FW/SW relationships. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in firmware development or system validation, with 2+ years of managerial experience. Strong system-level understanding and hands-on lab experience. Programming skills in Python. Excellent analytical, creative, debugging, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills, including fluent English. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of SW-HW interfaces, PCIe, memory subsystems, storage components, network applications, device drivers, and real-time software. Programming knowledge in Python/C/C++. Deep understanding of computing architectures and hardware systems. Previous experience in system validation, technical lead, or silicon bring-up leadership roles. The base salary for this position ranges from 184,000 USD – 287,500 USD for Level 2 and 224,000 USD – 356,500 USD for Level 3. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Job Data by YubHub .