Manager, Chip Software at NVIDIA Corporation
Santa Clara, CA
$184,000–$356,500from the description
Aug 9, 2026
Santa Clara, CA
Sep 24, 2026
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A Chip Software Project Manager role at NVIDIA responsible for coordinating and executing software activities across the full silicon lifecycle — from pre-silicon development and validation through bring-up and productization — for next-generation SoC chips targeting Automotive, Data Center, Embedded, and Mobile markets. The role involves managing partner validation programs, driving simulation and emulation planning, and serving as the primary interface between chip teams and multiple software organizations across global locations. Suited to an experienced technical program manager with a strong embedded systems background.
Senior level · 10+ years · Santa Clara, CA · Full-time
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Why we read it this way (7)
The posting lists two salary bands: $184,000–$287,500 (Level 2) and $224,000–$356,500 (Level 3); the min and max reported here span both levels combined.
The role requires at least 4+ years of management experience within the 10+ years overall — this is a people/program management position, making 11-3021 the best fit, though the role is heavily technical and could also be read as a senior technical program manager (15-1299).
Location is not explicitly stated in the posting; NVIDIA's headquarters in Santa Clara, CA is used as the default metro. The role may be based at other NVIDIA locations.
Skills such as 'CPU, memory, buses and interconnects' are architectural knowledge areas rather than discrete named tools and are captured under the broader 'Embedded Systems' skill.
Pre-silicon/post-silicon bring-up, ISO 26262, and kernel/driver development experience all appear under the 'Ways to stand out from the crowd' (preferred) section.
The degree requirement accepts equivalent experience in lieu of a formal degree, so no minimum degree is flagged.
Ignored 3 non-technology phrase(s) as skills (responsibilities/concepts, not named tools): Software Development Life Cycle, Pre-Silicon Bring-Up, Post-Silicon Bring-Up.
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