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Data Center System Architect

NVIDIA

Hillsboro, ORFull-time$168–259K/yrPosted 3w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$168–259K/yr
Location
Hillsboro, OR
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

NVIDIA is hiring a Data Center System Architect. NVIDIA seeks a System Architect in Hillsboro to develop datacenter infrastructure, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to design high‑speed hardware, analyze performance, guide product direction, and engage customers and suppliers.

Key focus areas include Drive architecture for datacenter systems from chip to full datacenter, Work with silicon, software, networking, operations, and other teams to build cutting edge products, and Analyze performance, power, and cost of solutions to inform architectural decisions.

Important skills include Architecture For Datacenter Systems, Analyze Performance, Analyze Power, Analyze Cost, Guide Product Teams With Architectural Direction, and Collaborate With Customers. Preferred (not required): Co-Development Of Custom Processors Or Accelerators, GPU Compute, NVIDIA Networking, and Manufacturing Operations Processes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Architecture for Datacenter SystemsAnalyze PerformanceAnalyze PowerAnalyze CostGuide Product Teams With Architectural DirectionCollaborate With CustomersCollaborate With System Development PartnersCollaborate With SuppliersCollaborate With Procurement TeamsDefine Systems From Concept Through Large Production DeploymentsMonitor Competitive SolutionsDesign High Speed Multi-Layer Product BoardsHardware ArchitectureServer BuildSolving Challenging Problems That Span Both Software and HardwareInterpersonal SkillsLead Multi-Discipline TeamsPositive MindsetDogged Mindset to Tackle Complicated IssuesConstant Desire to LearnConstant Desire to TeachCo-Development of Custom Processors or AcceleratorsGPU ComputeNVIDIA NetworkingManufacturing Operations ProcessesDatacenter and Cloud Server Deployment OperationsPassion for Technology

Qualifications

8+ Years of Experience Working in Complex Product SystemsBachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Related Fields, or Equivalent ExperienceMS Degree or Comparable Experience

Full job description

Are you prepared to develop the future of computing? Become part of our outstanding team at NVIDIA as a System Architect in Hillsboro. You will have an important role in composing the infrastructure for the next industrial revolution. This opportunity allows you to work alongside world-class talent in an encouraging, innovative setting committed to advancing what can be achieved.

What you will be doing:

  • Drive architecture for datacenter systems considering everything from the chip out to the full datacenter

  • Work with counterparts from silicon, software, networking, operations, and other teams to build cutting edge products

  • Analyze performance, power, and cost of different solutions to inform architectural decisions

  • Guide product teams with architectural direction by integrating lessons from other products and developing new solutions

  • Collaborate with NVIDIA’s key customers and system development partners while developing our products

  • Collaborate with suppliers and procurement teams to ensure industry roadmaps are aligned to our needs

  • Work across engineering and operations teams to define and execute systems from concept through large production deployments

  • Monitor competitive solutions to keep track of industry developments and trends

What we need to see:

  • 8+ years of experience working in complex product systems

  • Understanding of how to design high speed multi-layer product boards

  • Deep understanding of hardware architecture and server build, including mechanical, power, and thermal aspects, and their interaction with at-scale datacenter deployment

  • Hands-on experience solving challenging problems that span both software and hardware

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams

  • Positive and dogged mindset to tackle complicated issues and a constant desire to learn and to teach

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent experience. An MS degree or comparable experience is preferred

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Experience with large projects involving the co-development of custom processors or accelerators, systems, and software

  • Familiarity with GPU compute and NVIDIA networking

  • Understanding of manufacturing operations processes

  • Experience with datacenter and cloud server deployment operations

  • Demonstrated passion for technology and a love for your work

NVIDIA is known as one of the most appealing employers within the technology industry. Our team is composed of some of the most creative and hardworking experts around the globe. If you are motivated, self-reliant, and energized by challenges, we want to hear from you. Become a member of our Data Center System Architecture team and contribute to developing the groundwork for future computing technologies. Your experience will help us continue our legacy of innovation and accomplishment!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 4, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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