Director, Software Architecture

NVIDIA is seeking a Director of Software Architecture to lead and accelerate the evolution of next-generation AI data center and networking technologies. This role is designed for a hands-on, execution-driven leader who pushes boundaries, translates vision into reality, and delivers high-impact solutions at scale. You will operate at the intersection of innovation, architecture, and delivery—shaping the future of AI networking and infrastructure.

What You Will Be Doing

• Drive identification, evaluation, and rapid adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring strong alignment with strategic roadmap and measurable business outcomes.

• Lead the design and delivery of advanced networking applications, leveraging data plane programming and modern networking protocols to solve complex, large-scale challenges.

• Architect solutions across AI data center environments, integrating GPU-based systems, hardware acceleration, and high-performance networking.

• Act as a thought leader and industry influencer—engaging directly with customers, publishing technical content, and representing NVIDIA at key conferences and forums.

• Define and execute a bold architectural vision for NVIDIA networking in close collaboration with cross-functional software and hardware leaders.

What We Need To See

• M.Sc. or PhD. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

• 12+ years of deep experience in software architecture, systems design, and applied research.

• 8+ years of proven leadership, building and driving high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments.

• Strong expertise in AI inference technologies, frameworks, and large-scale distributed systems.

• Hands-on experience with networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, RDMA, RoCE, InfiniBand) and data center networking architectures.

• Deep familiarity with AI DC architectures, hardware acceleration technologies, and SDKs (e.g., DOCA, CUDA or similar).

• Experience with AI data center design, including compute, networking, and AI storage systems.

• Exceptional communication and influence skills, with a demonstrated ability to align stakeholders and drive decisions across complex organizations.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd

• A track record of aggressively prototyping, validating, and scaling new ideas into production.

• Strong foundations in system software, including operating systems and low-level architecture.

• Experience with hyperscale cloud and AI data center environments.

• Expertise in AI storage systems, high-performance computing (HPC), and end-to-end accelerated infrastructure.

NVIDIA offers a uniquely dynamic environment where top talent thrives on innovation, ownership, and impact. Join a rapidly expanding organization where bold ideas turn into industry-defining technologies.

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