Principal System Software Engineer - Data Center MODS

Description

The company has been building graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing technology for over 25 years, and is now applying AI to the next generation of computing, where GPUs serve as the processing core for computers, robots, and self-driving cars that interpret their surroundings.

The Data Center MODS group is hiring a Principal Engineer to design and grow the next generation of L10 and L11 diagnostic systems for Cloud Service Providers (CSPs). You will set the technical roadmap and lead cross-functional teams building strong diagnostic frameworks for AI accelerator products. Strong knowledge of distributed systems and of the boundary between hardware and software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set the technical strategy for the Data Center diagnostic systems and coordinate large-scale stress tests across CPUs, GPUs, networking, memory, and high-speed interconnects.
• Lead the root-cause analysis of systemic failures that span multiple hardware and software domains.
• Work with CSPs to find and resolve scalability problems in their specific data center infrastructure.
• Mentor engineers and grow teams, providing technical leadership and fostering innovation and high standards.
• Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.
• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• The company uses AI tools in its recruiting process.
• The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or promotion based on any legally protected characteristic.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of system software experience on highly resilient distributed systems, with programming skills in C++ or Python.
• Deep knowledge of x86 and ARM architectures, Linux OS internals, firmware (UEFI/BIOS), Redfish, HMC, BMC protocols, and platform security.
• A consistent record of leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• Expertise in software testing methods, with an automation-first, AI-driven approach to software quality.

Conditions

Your base salary depends on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range is 272,000 USD to 431,250 USD.

The company uses AI tools in its recruiting process.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or promotion based on any legally protected characteristic.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.