Senior Solution Architect - OEM

NVIDIA is the world leader in computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing. Today, we are tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of edge computers and robotics that can understand the world. Doing what is never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. At NVIDIA, our employees are passionate about accelerated computing. We're united in our quest to transform the way accelerated computing are used for work and play. Our technology impacts the large language model in daily copilot, visual experience in video game development, film production, space exploration, medicine, computational finance and automotive design. And we've only scratched the surface of what we can accomplish when we apply our technology to it. We need passionate, hard-­‐working and creative people to help us seek some of these outstanding opportunities. We are now looking for a System & Network Solution Architect to join the NVIDIA China Solution Architect team. In this role, you will engage and support design-in projects with major China OEM customers, focusing on integrating NVIDIA’s world-class networking portfolio (ConnectX, BlueField, and Spectrum Switches). As a Solution Architect, you will act as the technical bridge between NVIDIA engineering and our OEM partners. You will guide customers through the integration of next-generation networking into their server and storage platforms, ensuring seamless compatibility, performance optimization, and successful mass production. What you’ll be doing: Lead OEM Design-in & Integration: Work closely with OEM customers to integrate NVIDIA networking products (e.g., CX8/CX9, CX6 Dx, BF3 DPUs) and Switch platforms (Spectrum-4/6 Blackbox & Whitebox) into their server lineups. Architecture & Customization: Understand customer requirements to provide system-level architectural guidance. Lead technical discussions on system topology, thermal/mechanical constraints, firmware customization, and sideband management (NC-SI, PLDM). System Bring-up & Support: Support customers during the bring-up phase of new server designs. Diagnose complex system-level issues involving PCIe, BIOS/BMC, firmware, and OS/Driver interactions. Performance Optimization: Guide customers in optimizing network performance for AI, HPC, and Cloud workloads, ensuring the best integration of NVIDIA NICs and DPUs within their specific hardware environments. Crisis Management: Handle in-depth hands-on engagement with customers to resolve critical technical blockers during the NPI (New Product Introduction) and production phases. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with NVIDIA worldwide hardware, firmware, software, and product teams to drive customer requirements and resolve issues. Act as the technical advocate for the customer within NVIDIA. What we need to see: BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree. 5+ years of relevant experience in Server System Architecture, Network Engineering, or Data Center Infrastructure. Deep understanding of Server Architecture: Familiarity with x86/ARM server system design, PCIe architecture, BIOS/BMC, and system management standards (IPMI, Redfish). Networking Knowledge: Strong understanding of high-speed networking concepts (Ethernet, InfiniBand) and familiarity with Network Interface Cards (NICs) or Switches. Hands-on Technical Skills: Strong expertise in Linux system administration and scripting (Python/Bash) for debugging and automation. Ability to debug complex system integration issues (e.g., link stability, enumeration, thermal throttling, firmware updates). Excellent communication and planning skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts to both engineering and management teams. Ways to stand out from the crowd: Experience with NVIDIA Networking products (ConnectX, BlueField DPU, Spectrum Switches) integration. Background in OEM/ODM Server Design or Application Engineering at a semiconductor company. Knowledge of High-Performance Computing (HPC) or AI Cluster networking architectures (RDMA, RoCE, GPU Direct). Experience with Switch system design (Whitebox/Blackbox) and NOS (Network Operating System) integration. Familiarity with virtualization technologies (SR-IOV, vSwitch, VirtIO). NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most talented and forward-thinking individuals in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you! NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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.