Principal Software Development Engineer, Solid State Drives

NVIDIA is a leading technology company specializing in graphical processing, PC gaming, and AI computing. They are seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer to define accelerated storage technology by architecting new persistent data storage platforms and optimizing solid state drive performance.

Responsibilities:

• Architect new persistent data storage platforms that meet targeted AI/HPC workload requirements
• Own the solid state drive selection process, storage performance optimization and ensuring operational excellence in NVIDIA platforms using SSDs
• Lead system integration and optimizing storage performance and endurance for SSD based storage platforms for NVIDIA
• Track and influence storage-class memory industry roadmap to keep NVIDIA leading in technological advancements

Requirements:

• Demonstrated expertise in SSD architecture and software/firmware development [Flash Translation Layer, NAND Backend optimization, SSD performance optimization]
• Extensive knowledge of storage systems architecture and SSD performance metrics
• Proven expertise in driving at-scale operational excellence for storage systems, ideally in a Cloud provider setting
• Ability to track and impact industry trends and roadmaps
• Outstanding ability to work with cross-functional teams, industry partners and ODMs to successfully implement storage solutions
• Bachelor's or preferably Master's or Doctoral (Ph.D) degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 15+ years of firmware development experience in Industry using C/C++
• Proven track record of innovative problem-solving in SSD technologies
• Experience leading technical projects and teams to achieve flawless execution
• In-depth understanding of NAND and other persistent storage technologies, encompassing emerging trends and future possibilities
• Patents, publications and demonstrated industry impact