Firmware Architect – Network Adapter Firmware

Location: Israel, Yokneam, Israel, Tel Aviv

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced Firmware Architect to join NVIDIA's Network Adapter Firmware team in Yokneam.

As part of our technical leadership team, you will define the firmware architecture for next-generation networking devices and drive design of innovative technologies powering the world biggest AI Platforms, cloud computing, HPC, storage, and automotive platforms.

The NVIDIA Network Firmware team develops cutting-edge firmware that enables the world's largest cloud providers and enterprises to deliver high-performance, reliable, and secure networking solutions. Working alongside exceptional engineers across the globe, you'll thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment while solving some of the industry's most challenging technical problems.

What you'll be doing

• Collaborate closely with Hardware, Software, and System Architecture teams to define end-to-end solutions.
• Define the firmware architecture for new products and features at the core of NVIDIA's NIC firmware.
• Lead the design and implementation of strategic technologies, including functional safety, security, and next-generation networking capabilities.
• Mentor and technically guide R&D engineers throughout architecture, design, and implementation.
• Drive technical direction across multiple teams while ensuring scalable, maintainable, and high-quality firmware architecture.

What we are looking for

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of firmware or embedded software development experience.
• 4+ years of technical leadership experience (Technical Lead, Architect, or Technical Manager).
• Excellent understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Ways to stand out from the crowd

• Experience with networking protocols and high-performance networking.
• Experience developing real-time or embedded systems.
• Experience designing large-scale firmware architectures.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with security technologies or safety-critical systems.

NVIDIA is widely considered one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and dedicated people on the planet working with us. If you're creative, passionate about solving complex technical challenges, and excited to shape the future of networking technology, we'd love to hear from you.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In 2020, NVIDIA acquired Mellanox, a leading supplier of end-to-end Ethernet and InfiniBand intelligent interconnect solutions for servers, storage, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Today, NVIDIA Networking delivers industry-leading technologies that power the world's largest AI factories, cloud service providers, enterprise data centers, and supercomputers through high-bandwidth, low-latency, and highly efficient networking solutions.