Advanced Development Engineer, Networking Architecture

Job Title

Advanced Development Engineer, Networking Architecture

Role Summary

Work on early-stage exploration of networking technologies by implementing proofs-of-concept and contributing to an architectural simulator used for pre-silicon design decisions. Collaborate with ASIC and software teams to convert open technical questions into validated design guidance.

Experience Level

Mid-level (3+ years of relevant experience)

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include building prototypes, running experiments, and producing actionable analysis that informs architecture and roadmap choices.

• Implement proof-of-concept features to evaluate new technologies, protocols, and architectural approaches.
• Contribute to and maintain an in-house architectural simulator for pre-silicon exploration and modeling.
• Collaborate with ASIC architects and R&D to translate architectural decisions into working prototypes.
• Document experimental outcomes and translate findings into actionable team recommendations.
• Identify promising technologies and opportunities aligned with the networking roadmap.
• Develop AI and agentic frameworks to support architecture exploration and automation.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience for immediate impact.

• 3+ years experience in firmware, embedded systems, device drivers, or systems programming.
• Strong software engineering skills with the ability to implement proof-of-concept code from scratch.
• Ability to work independently, handle ambiguity, and convert experimental results into actionable insights.
• Experience collaborating with hardware/ASIC teams to prototype or validate architecture choices.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience writing firmware or low-level C/C++ code.
• Coursework or projects in computer architecture, simulation, or performance modeling.
• Familiarity with networking protocols (Ethernet, IP, data-center fabrics).
• Curiosity about hardware/software interactions within the networking stack.

Education Requirements

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering preferred; or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.