Firmware Engineer - Ethernet Switching

Job Title

Firmware Engineer - Ethernet Switching

Role Summary

Join the Ethernet Switch Firmware Core team to design and implement the firmware abstraction layer for NVIDIA Spectrum-based Ethernet switches. Work with hardware, ASIC and software teams to deliver firmware features, improve performance and ensure system integration for cloud and AI networking products.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Early career — expects approximately 2+ years of experience in embedded firmware development.

Responsibilities

Key duties include designing, implementing and validating firmware for Ethernet switch ASICs and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Participate in full firmware lifecycle from architecture and implementation to integration and testing for Spectrum products.
• Collaborate with hardware and ASIC teams to align firmware with silicon and system designs.
• Design and implement algorithms to improve system scale and performance.
• Debug system issues across firmware, hardware and higher-layer software; reproduce and resolve customer-reported problems.
• Implement and integrate new features according to the product roadmap and release schedule.
• Prototype and demonstrate new ideas and improvements (e.g., internal hackathons or proof-of-concept work).
• Coordinate with global R&D teams to ensure interoperability and delivery.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and attributes for the role.

• 2+ years developing firmware for embedded systems.
• 2+ years using C/C++ in real-time embedded environments (C preferred).
• Proven expertise with networking protocols at L2, L3 and L4 layers.
• Strong debugging skills for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with ASIC development processes and running code on FPGA targets.
• Self-motivated, creative and able to work collaboratively with local and international teams.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with networking products such as adapters or switches.
• Patents or publications in networking, communication protocols, ASIC design or computer architecture.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering 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.