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Senior Software Engineer - Simulation
Nvidia Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, CA, Santa Clara
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 2,374 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 394 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Nvidia Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles701 certified filings for “Engineer Senior Systems Software” (Software Developers) in CA: $173k–$214k, median $190k. Most were filed at wage level IV (82%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here (152,000 USD) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Nvidia Corporation
The US Department of Labor certified 2,374 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 394 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re 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 computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world. Would you like to invent the future of AI and computer graphics? NVIDIA’s Metropolis Synthetic Data Generation (SDG) team wants a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join us. At a company celebrated for its innovative visual computing efforts, you will contribute to building scalable Physical AI Digital Twin and Synthetic Data Generation solutions. This position is great for those passionate about exploring new frontiers in technology and promoting innovation in Physical AI, Agentic development, and Deep Learning. Among other things, our team develops the Action and Event Generation extensions for Isaac Sim. https://docs.isaacsim.omniverse.nvidia.com/latest/action_and_event_data_generation/index.html What you'll be doing: • Build, develop, and maintain scalable 3D simulation software for Digital Twin and Synthetic Data Generation applications. • Collaborate with multi-functional teams to build backend services and AI Agents to create end-to-end SDG solutions. • Implement scalable and resilient solutions for distributed computing environments. • Optimize the performance and reliability of cloud applications and services. • Develop user interfaces and frontend components as needed. • Work closely with product managers to define and prioritize features and requirements. • Participate in code reviews, build discussions, and team meetings. • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and guidelines to ensure our solutions remain innovative. What we need to see: • Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience. • 5+ years of industrial experience in large-scale software development in Computer Graphics, Game Engine, or 3D Simulation. • Excellent programming skills in languages such as C/C++, Python, and scripting languages. • Proficiency in 3D simulation of one or more physics phenomena (e.g., rigid-body dynamics, fluid dynamics, material fracture, combustion, audio synthesis, and propagation). • Proficiency in physics Game engines (e.g., Unreal, Unity, Chrono, Mujoco). • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Ways to stand out from the crowd: • Experience with NVIDIA GPU technology, Omniverse programming and developing AI agents. • Experience with content generation using LLM and Generative AI models. • Hands-on experience with 3D virtual content creation and animation tools (e.g., Maya, Blender, Houdini). • Understanding of DevOps principles and practices in Cloud environments. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 11, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering