Senior Systems Software Engineer – Cloud Networking

Overview

NVIDIA’s GeForceNOW is a next-generation cloud‑gaming service that turns a Mac, PC, or mobile device into a high‑performance gaming rig. The platform automatically keeps games up‑to‑date and streams high‑definition titles with ultra‑low latency.

• Collaborate with data‑center network and security architects and vendor partners to build the next generation of streaming technology for cloud‑based ultra‑low‑latency applications.
• Research, develop, and innovate network routing and QoS algorithms to secure ultra‑low‑latency streaming and improve user experience.
• Collaborate with our partners to build networking gear optimized for low‑latency streaming.
• Use data analytics to measure user experience and develop features that grow our satisfied user base.
• Define, implement, and improve industry‑leading KPIs for networking, streaming quality, latency, and stutter.
• Generate networking models that simulate various real‑life end‑user networks.

• PhD, Master’s degree, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, EE, or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in networking and software development.
• Fluency in L2, L3 networking stacks, IP routing, multicast, QoS, and transport‑layer protocols.
• Hands‑on experience with networking protocols and concepts, including BGP, RTP, QUIC, SCTP, TLS, STUN, TURN, and ICE.
• Familiarity with congestion control, buffer bloat, active queue management methods, and concurrent traffic handling.
• Hands‑on experience programming in C++ and Python, socket programming, multi‑threaded systems, and real‑time media applications.
• Hardworking and self‑motivated with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Experience with IPv4/IPv6 routing optimizations, BGP, OSPF/IS‑IS, and related protocols.
• Experience working with global ISPs, internet peering, and network performance monitoring.
• Good understanding of multimedia streaming technologies such as WebRTC and Web Transport.
• Knowledge of SDN, SD‑WAN, or network security protocols.
• Familiarity with wireless communication standards such as 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, LTE, and/or 5G, and experience modeling multi‑protocol networks using NS3, GNS3, EVE‑NG, and/or Mininet.

Competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. The base salary range is 224,000

USD – 356,500

USD. Employees are also eligible for equity and additional benefits.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate 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.