NVIDIA Corporation

Senior Security Engineer, RTOS and Virtualization

NVIDIA Corporation$184K — $356K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in systems, embedded, platform, product, or automotive security.
  • BSEE/BSCS degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with securing various privileged software components like RTOS and firmware.
  • Strong C/C++ skills focusing on memory safety and concurrency.
  • Familiarity with CPU and SoC security concepts including isolation techniques.
  • Expertise in threat modeling and vulnerability analysis.
  • Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity standards such as ISO/SAE 21434.

Responsibilities

  • Lead security engineering for RTOS and embedded technologies throughout various phases.
  • Collaborate on CPU and SoC architecture aspects including memory protection and boot flows.
  • Implement defensive features like strong partitioning and secure communication methods.
  • Perform threat modeling relevant to automotive safety and connect to standards.
  • Review and secure low-level C/C++ code by investigating vulnerabilities.
  • Create and maintain fuzzing and security testing frameworks.
  • Drive security fixes into production environments.

Benefits

  • Equity options available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Eligibility for additional training and development programs.
Full Job Description
What you'll be doing:
  • Lead security engineering for RTOS, hypervisor, and embedded virtualization technologies across design, implementation, review, and verification.
  • Collaborate on CPU and SoC architecture, including privilege levels, memory protection, DMA, interrupts, boot flows, debug controls, and hardware isolation.
  • Build and implement defensive features such as strong partitioning, least-privilege access, secure communication, fault containment, secure updates, and recovery from malicious inputs.
  • Perform threat modeling and automotive TARA, and connect risks, mitigations, requirements, tests, and evidence to security and safety standards.
  • Review low-level C/C++ code, investigate vulnerabilities, build fuzzing and security test infrastructure, and drive fixes into production.


What we need to see:
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in systems, embedded, platform, product, or automotive security.
  • BSEE/ BSCS degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience securing RTOS, hypervisor, kernel, firmware, boot, driver, or other privileged software.
  • Strong C/C++ skills, with focus on memory safety, concurrency, resource ownership, privilege boundaries, and isolation.
  • Familiarity with CPU and SoC security concepts including MMU/SMMU or IOMMU, DMA, interrupts, boot, debug, and hardware-backed isolation.
  • Experience with threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, exploitability assessment, fuzzing, static or dynamic analysis, and security remediation.
  • Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity, safety, or process standards such as ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155, ISO 26262 interfaces, or Automotive SPICE.


Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Drove adoption of Rust, Ada/SPARK, formal methods, or other memory-safe and analyzable systems approaches.
  • Built capability-based or ownership-based security models for low-level systems.
  • Built security automation, fuzzing infrastructure, review agents, or AI-assisted tools used by engineering teams.


Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 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 August 15, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

About NVIDIA Corporation

Nvidia, a global leader in graphics, gaming, and AI technology, offers Nvidia careers and internship opportunities for those passionate about driving innovation in the tech industry. you'll find a company committed to growth, teamwork, and leadership in computer science and machine learning domains.

About Nvidia

A Pioneer in Technology and Innovation

Nvidia has cemented its reputation as a powerhouse in developing advanced graphics processing units (GPUs) and has significantly contributed to the gaming industry's evolution. Moreover, its foray into AI and machine learning has opened new frontiers in technology, making Nvidia a beacon of innovation and a desirable workplace for ambitious tech professionals.

Job Opportunities

Diverse Positions in a Dynamic Field

Nvidia is continuously on the lookout for talented individuals across various domains, including hardware and software engineering, product design, marketing, and sales. Employment opportunities at Nvidia are vast, catering to a wide range of expertise and career aspirations.

Employment in Hardware and Graphics

For those fascinated by the intricacies of hardware and graphics technology, Nvidia offers positions that sit at the forefront of gaming and computing advancements.

Growth in Machine Learning and AI

Nvidia's leadership in AI and machine learning has created numerous vacancies for specialists eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Recruitment in Computer Science

With the constant demand for innovation, Nvidia's recruitment efforts focus on computer science experts capable of pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Internship Program

Opening Doors to Future Innovators

Nvidia's internship program is designed to nurture the next generation of technology leaders, offering hands-on experience in a culture that celebrates creativity and teamwork.

Benefits and Culture

Interns at Nvidia enjoy a plethora of benefits, from competitive stipends to mentorship opportunities, all within an environment that values growth and learning.

Opportunities for Students

Whether you're an undergraduate, a master's student, or a Ph.D. candidate, Nvidia's internships provide a real-world glimpse into the tech industry, offering valuable experience in various technology fields.

Pathways to Full-Time Employment

Many interns have transitioned into full-time positions, marking the start of successful careers at Nvidia. The internship program is more than a stepping stone into the company; it’s an investment in the professional development of interns. The goal is to ensure that interns are well-equipped for future challenges.

Nvidia Careers: More Than Just a Job

Nvidia offers more than just a job to its employees; it provides a front-row seat on the journey into the future of technology. Nvidia stands as a pillar of innovation with its vast opportunities in hardware, graphics, gaming, machine learning, and computer science. Nvidia careers serve as a launching pad for talented workers who aim to redefine the technological landscape. Whether through full-time positions or internships, joining Nvidia means contributing to a legacy of breakthroughs and becoming part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Learn more about NVIDIA Corporation
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22,473 employees
Market Cap
$350.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.3 billion
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+31.3%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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