What you'll be doing
Own the security vulnerability backlog for kernel and firmware components, driving timely triage, remediation and SLA compliance; identify creative, scalable approaches to reduce backlog growth
Lead a continuous security pipeline scanning, triage, root-cause analysis, remediation and validation across SW and FW components, communicate security risks to stakeholders effectively
Communicate security risks, security posture and remediation progress through metrics, reports and stakeholder engagement
Partner with engineering and security teams to define and execute long-term security strategy and product hardening efforts
Drive and implement security reviews of software and hardware designs, assisting others to ensure the quality and robustness of our products
Evaluate, recommend, and develop cutting edge security technologies, tools, and practices: static analysis for security enforcements, dynamic analysis solutions for fuzzing
What we need to see
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of relevant industry software engineering experience
Experience with security analysis of complex systems
Demonstrated strong technical background; excellent C programming and low-level driver experience
Knowledge of operating systems and computer architecture fundamentals
Strong communication, troubleshooting, and debugging skills
Ways to stand out from the crowd
Experience with secure code quality practices and tooling to support quick engagements and rapid analysis: static analysis tools (Coverity, Checkmarx, or similar), dynamic scanning (Rapid 7, AppSider, or similar), Fuzzing (AFL, Peach, or similar), code coverage (Bullseye, LDRA, etc.)
Experience applying AI/LLM-based tools and agentic workflows
Experience with vulnerability research
Understanding of secure software development lifecycle standard methodologies, e.g. threat modeling, unit testing, incident response, etc.
Shown skills in working in large geographically distributed teams
Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:
- 152,000 USD – 241,500 USD for Level 3; and 184,000 USD – 287,500 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 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.
