NVIDIA Corporation

Senior Staff Software Engineer - AI Agent Platform

NVIDIA Corporation$200K — $391K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience, ideally in platform engineering or infrastructure
  • Deep Kubernetes expertise including orchestration and persistent storage
  • Strong Python skills for production APIs using FastAPI or Flask
  • Experience with distributed systems using Kafka, Redis, and databases like MongoDB or PostgreSQL
  • Proven ability to build and manage CI/CD pipelines with GitLab CI and ArgoCD
  • Knowledge of OAuth 2.0 and JWT for identity management

Responsibilities

  • Build and develop platform services for the AI agent lifecycle
  • Architect Kubernetes-based execution environments
  • Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines
  • Create framework-agnostic infrastructure supporting multiple agent SDKs
  • Operate Kafka-based message pipelines and real-time event streaming
  • Develop data ingestion pipelines and storage layers for AI knowledge
  • Implement session management for agent state persistence

Benefits

  • Eligible for equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package offered
  • Access to advanced AI tools during recruitment process
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Sr. Engineer to design, build, and scale the infrastructure powering NVIDIA's AI agent ecosystem. You will work at the intersection of distributed systems, developer platforms, and agentic AI - building the foundational services that enable teams across the company to develop, deploy, orchestrate, and operate autonomous AI agents at production scale.

What you will be doing:
  • Build and develop platform services that own the full agent lifecycle from registration through deployment, execution, and teardown
  • Architect Kubernetes-based execution environments with pod lifecycle management, namespace isolation, persistent storage, and identity propagation
  • Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and ArgoCD, including reusable pipeline templates and deployment blueprints that standardize how agents are built across teams
  • Build framework-agnostic infrastructure supporting multiple agent SDKs (Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, LangGraph), with hands-on experience using harnesses, lifecycle hooks, skills configurability, observability (OTEL), and memory services
  • Build and operate Kafka-based message pipelines and real-time event streaming using Redis PubSub and SSE
  • Develop data ingestion pipelines, access interfaces, and storage layers that power AI agent knowledge and context
  • Implement session management for state persistence, conversation history, and agent recovery across sessions
  • Develop multi-layer auth using OAuth 2.0, JWT validation, token exchange, and gateway integration, and manage secrets lifecycle with Vault (provisioning, rotation, container injection)
  • Partner with security teams on compliance, access controls, and approval workflows for agent operations


What we need to see:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience), with 12+ years in software engineering - ideally in platform engineering, infrastructure, or developer tools
  • Experience building and scaling AI agents in production using frameworks like Claude Code, Codex, or LangGraph
  • Deep Kubernetes expertise including pod orchestration, persistent storage, RBAC, and multi-cluster management
  • Strong Python skills with production API experience using FastAPI, Flask, or similar async frameworks
  • Proven track record designing distributed systems with Kafka, Redis, and MongoDB or PostgreSQL
  • Expertise building and managing robust CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and ArgoCD for continuous delivery to Kubernetes
  • Experience designing AI data platform components (ingestion pipelines, vector stores, retrieval APIs, data preprocessing workflows) and building developer-facing platform APIs consumed by multiple engineering teams
  • Solid grasp of auth and identity: OAuth 2.0, JWT, token exchange, and secrets management with Vault
  • History of leading sophisticated technical projects such as migrations or greenfield platform builds, with strong interpersonal skills to drive alignment across teams and write clear design documents


Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Experience building or operating AI agent platforms or agentic workflow systems, with hands-on expertise in agent protocols and frameworks like MCP, A2A, LangChain, or LangGraph
  • Hands-on experience with RAG architectures, embedding pipelines, and vector databases (Milvus, Pinecone, or Weaviate)
  • Full-stack skills with React or Vue for building developer portals and dashboards
  • Contributions to open-source infrastructure or platform tooling


Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5, and 248,000 USD - 391,000 USD for Level 6.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 26, 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
Size
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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