NVIDIA

Networking

SeniorSystemSoftwareTestEngineer,Networking

$152–288k Santa Clara, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Senior System Software Test Engineer, Networking at NVIDIA. Skills: Software Test Engineering, NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux Verification, Layer2 and Layer3 protocols, Python scripting, Unix/Linux OS, Test Automation. Lead verification of groundbreaking features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. Participate in requirements and design reviews”

Industry & Context.

Networking
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving skills; resolve issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

B. S degree or equivalent experience in Engineering/Computer Science/related field, 5+ years of proven experience in Software Quality Engineering, technical abilities, problem-solving, design, coding, and debugging skills, Hands-on experience on any Layer2 and Layer3 protocols like MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN, etc., Experience with using test tools from Ixia or Spirent, working experience with test management tools, skills in Python or other scripting languages are a must, Good experience working on Unix or Linux-based OS, Solid understanding of software engineering practices

Nice to Have

Exposure on using AI (like Claude or Cursor) extensively for code development would be a big plus, Knowledge in performance testing and fixing performance issues, Experience with CI methodology & tools (Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, etc. )

What You'll Do.

Lead verification of groundbreaking features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux

Participate in requirements and design reviews

Develop automated tests

Functional Testing of various Layer2 and Layer3 features

Write detailed feature and system test plans

Define and design test beds and topologies

Report issues found during testing into the defect tracking system

Validate fixes and workarounds

Develop automated test suites

Build and maintain automation for continuous functional regression

Collaborate with design

test and other internal engineering groups to identify

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with design, test and other internal engineering groups

Full Job Description

NVIDIA is looking for a top-tier Software Test Engineer to join the NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux Verification Engineering Team! You will play an exciting role that allows you to lead verification of groundbreaking features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux and take full ownership of tasks involved like participating in requirements and design reviews, developing test plans, test execution, and automated test development for the specific features. You will be part of a dynamic Software Verification Team responsible for the qualification of the Network Operating System software that powers data centers that are accelerated, disaggregated, and software-defined to meet the exploding growth in AI and high-performance computing. **What you 'll be doing:** * Functional Testing of various Layer2 and Layer3 features of NVIDIA-Networking Spectrum series Ethernet Switch systems running NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. * Write detailed feature and system test plans, and define and design test beds and topologies. * Report issues found during testing into the defect tracking system and validate the fixes and workarounds. * Develop automated test suites for different features of NVIDIA-Cumulus Linux. * Build and maintain automation required to ensure quality via continuous functional regression. * Collaborate with design, test and other internal engineering groups to identify, report, and resolve issues found during testing. **What we need to see:** * B.S degree or equivalent experience in Engineering/Computer Science/related field. * 5+ years of proven experience in Software Quality Engineering. * Strong technical abilities, problem-solving, design, coding, and debugging skills. * Hands-on experience on any Layer2 and Layer3 protocols like MLAG, VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN, etc. * Experience with using test tools from Ixia or Spirent and working experience with test management tools. * Strong skills in Python or other scripting languages are a must. * Good experience working on Unix or Linux-based OS. * Mult

Free ATS check

Applying for this Senior System Software Test Engineer, Networking role?

Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.

How to Apply on Workday

  • Workday has a multi-step form — save your progress after every section.
  • "Apply With LinkedIn" can fail or lose data; manual entry is more reliable.
  • Watch for the "Submit for Review" final step — hitting "Save" alone does not submit.
  • Job requisition numbers are useful when following up with HR by email.

ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED

What do employees actually say about NVIDIA?

Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.

Read Company Rants →