Software Engineer, SONiC

About the Role

NVIDIA is looking for a creative and motivated Software Engineer to join our SONiC open source NOS team. Our team is responsible for the design and integration of SONiC across NVIDIA Networking products. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work on next-generation, high-speed networking solutions for AI data centers, contribute to open-source projects, and collaborate with experts across NVIDIA and the broader SONiC community.

You’ll help lead the development of new SONiC networking features and chassis management capabilities across NVIDIA Networking products. We’re looking for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, learning quickly, and collaborating in a dynamic and diverse team environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, integrate, and deliver new features as part of the SONiC release train across NVIDIA Networking products.
• Develop networking and chassis management capabilities for next-generation platforms.
• Work in a Continuous Deployment environment with fast development and deployment cycles.
• Collaborate with experienced teams across NVIDIA Networking and with members of the broader SONiC open-source community.
• Develop high-quality, production-ready code that is published and reviewed in leading open-source environments.
• Take ownership of features from design and implementation through integration and delivery.

What We Need To See

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of software development experience.
• Understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience with C++ and Python.
• Experience using AI development tools or building AI agents.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• A collaborative mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• Hands-on experience with L2 and L3 networking protocols.
• Experience with SONiC, SAI, or other open-source networking projects.
• Experience with Rust.
• Familiarity with Linux and shell scripting.
• Experience working with Scrum or other Agile development methodologies.

Compensation and Benefits

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to outstanding growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.

NVIDIA is committed to encouraging a diverse 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, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.