Manager, Chip Software

About the role

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Chip Software Project management leader to help us define, build and execute a chip through the entire silicon life cycle for use in various products (Automotive, Data Center, Embedded and Mobile).

For two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics. With our invention of the GPU we also set the stage for advances in the field of robotics, computer vision and artificial intelligence. Today NVIDIA is building a platform and solutions for Data Centers, Robotics and Autonomous Machines, making it a great time to join our company and this team. We are looking for a Chip Software Project Manager to help us coordinate and execute software activities for next generation SOC chip software development. This critical position is part of a high-performance team which offers comprehensive guidance in overseeing technical program coordination within the Software organization. Join us!

What you’ll be doing:

- Lead and implement all aspects of software planning and completion for SOC chips - coordinate the software POR, pre-silicon development, pre-silicon software validation, bring-up and productization.

- Develop and expand comprehensive workflows for the SOC partner validation programs, handling engagement, qualification, onboarding, test execution, and result publication across multiple partners simultaneously.

- Build and expand strategic connections with partners. Act as the main program contact and find opportunities to improve the execution efficiency across companies.

- Drive the simulation and emulation POR, planning and schedule – work closely with Simulation and Emulation teams to build a prioritized plan and schedule for the project.

- Ensure teams are providing all needed collaterals for the Software Product Life Cycle development process. Also drive teams to develop software for compliance to various Safety standards when applicable.

- As the focal point, schedule and lead status meetings, handle communication of progress/status within/across all software teams across multiple geographic locations

- Partner closely with platform teams to define, prioritize, and execute bring-up of their custom requirements.

- Act as the primary interface to Auto, Data Center, Embedded and Mobile software groups for all chips related issues and communication.

What we need to see:

- Bachelors or master’s degree in Computer Science/ Electrical / Electronic engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)

- 12+ overall years of proven experience in related areas with at least 4+ years of management experience

- Deep understanding of the software development life cycle

- Proven Software Technical project management background in a matrix organization

- Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture: CPU, memory, buses and interconnects, Operating Systems and device drivers