Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning Safety
- Location
- Santa Clara, CA, United States
- Track
- AI Safety
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- November 2, 2026
- Source
- Workday
Job description
NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Safety group is looking for a Senior Software Safety Engineer.
At NVIDIA, we are building the system, hardware, and software technology which enables autonomous driving. Our deep learning safety team is currently searching for a Senior Software Safety Engineer to help us craft the next generation of products for autonomous driving. You should have strong programming skills, a good grasp of Hardware and Software Architectures, experience with software development processes, and knowledge of Automotive Spice and/or ISO 26262.
What you'll be doing
- Working with the deep learning engineering teams within NVIDIA to ensure our software products and development processes meet automotive safety standards.
- Promote safety culture and guide development teams towards successful implementation of ISO 26262.
- Influence next-gen software and hardware architecture from a safety perspective.
- Drive and support engineering activities according to ISO 26262 standards during all project phases (concept, design, development, validation).
- Support internal/external ISO 26262 process/product audits.
What we need to see
- BS+ EE/CS or related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of software engineering experience in C/C++.
- Strong communication skills, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to learn and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- An advocate of good programming and design practices.
- Significant experience with defining process for quality and safety conformance for mission critical application(s) and an understanding of ISO process standards, methodologies, audit expectations and documentation standards.
- Should have high standards on quality and proven track record for demonstrating the same
- Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety methodology and standards.
Ways to stand out from the crowd
- Knowledge of Automotive SPICE, methods, procedures and tools (requirements management, FMEA, FTA, etc.).
- Deep understanding of guidelines like MISRA C++ and AUTOSAR C++14.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world, and we are looking for phenomenal folks to be a part of this groundbreaking endeavor. Are you creative, imaginative, and autonomous? Do you love a challenge? If so, come join our technically diverse team!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are:
184,000 USD – 287,500 USD for Level 4; and 224,000 USD – 356,500 USD for Level 5.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 6, 2026.
Skills
- Machine Learning