Senior Manager, Graphics Systems Software and Compute Graphics Chips

Imagine a world where graphics are not just rendered, but intelligent, anticipating and responding with AI. At NVIDIA, we're not just imagining it; we're building it right now. For over three decades, we have been at the forefront of computer graphics and accelerated computing, constantly pushing boundaries. Now, with AI transforming everything, we're on the cusp of reinventing graphics as we know them. This is a truly pivotal moment, and we are looking for a visionary engineering leader to help us pioneer this next generation of visual computing.

Overview

Are you ready to lead a deeply technical team driving innovation across critical sectors? NVIDIA seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to head our graphics software organization. This role isn't just about managing; it is about steering a talented group of engineers who are crafting graphics system software for groundbreaking automotive and robotics platforms. You will also significantly expand their contributions to NVIDIA's overarching graphics strategy. Your daily work will span critical areas like GPU and SoC bring up, crafting sophisticated graphics API development, and ensuring seamless platform integration. Plus, you will have exciting opportunities to directly influence emerging technologies such as neural shading and Slang. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity for the right candidate to make a global impact. You will collaborate closely with architects and partner teams across NVIDIA, charting a clear technical strategy and defining the roadmap. Building and empowering your team to deliver the next generation of graphics software will be central to your success. This position masterfully blends technical leadership, team development, and hands on execution at the highest level. You will partner with senior architects and engineering leaders to establish focused roadmaps, deliver production quality software, and develop the capabilities of your team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor an expert engineering team: Guide and grow a high performing team delivering cutting edge graphics system software for automotive and robotics platforms.
Drive technical strategy and roadmap: Define clear technical direction for graphics software development, aligning with NVIDIA's broader vision and collaborating with internal partners.
Oversee critical development cycles: Manage GPU and SoC bring up processes, ensuring robust and efficient graphics API development.
Ensure seamless platform integration: Guarantee that graphics solutions integrate flawlessly across target platforms.
Pioneer new graphics technologies: Contribute to and direct the implementation of advanced areas such as neural shading and Slang.
Foster collaboration and innovation: Work closely with senior architects and engineering leaders across NVIDIA to deliver production quality software.
Develop and empower your team: Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, growth, and excellence within the organization.

Requirements

Deep Technical Expertise: Significant experience in graphics system software, compute graphics, and GPU architecture.
Proven Leadership: Demonstrated success in an engineering management role, leading and scaling technical teams.
Platform Development Background: Strong understanding of GPU and SoC bring up processes.
API Proficiency: Extensive experience with graphics API development, such as Vulkan or OpenGL ES.
Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with visual computing, robotics, or automotive platforms.
Strategic Vision: Ability to define, communicate, and execute complex technical strategies and roadmaps.
Exceptional Communication: Superior interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and geographies.
Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

What You'll Gain

Shape the Future: Play a critical role in reinventing graphics with AI at a world renowned technology leader.
Impactful Leadership: Lead an accomplished team, making significant contributions to transformative platforms like automotive and robotics.
Cutting Edge Innovation: Work directly with pioneering technologies such as neural rendering and the Slang shading language.
Global Collaboration: Engage with top architects and engineering leaders across NVIDIA's global network.
Professional Growth: Unlock unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and personal development in a fast paced, innovative environment.
Worldwide Influence: Contribute to products that define the next era of visual computing, impacting industries globally.