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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.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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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.
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What Nvidia Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles701 certified filings for “Engineer Senior Systems Software” (Software Developers) in CA: $173k–$214k, median $190k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- 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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-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 roles
- 701 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. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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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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 an inclusive, 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.
NVIDIA is searching for a creative, highly motivated and independent engineer with expertise in system software with security background to join the SOC System Software organization. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company impacting SOC based product lines ranging from autonomous vehicles, robotics, consumer graphics, and edge AI.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Lead all HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) activities across SoC-based projects, leading the feature roadmap, protocol implementation, compliance certification, and delivery across chips, platforms, and products.
• Develop and maintain secure-engine firmware on a RISC-V based secure processor.
• Deliver end to end HDCP solution across multiple software stacks spanning Linux, Android for automotive, and consumer platforms.
• Drive firmware production signing readiness, rollback-prevention strategies, and key-provisioning workflows.
• Serve as the security primary contact for the team, leading all aspects of threat modeling, static analysis, vulnerability tracking and remediation, and security compliance across all projects.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams spanning HW design, boot firmware, power management, validation, and GPU display to align on architecture and delivery.
What we need to see:
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded systems, firmware, or system software development.
• Strong RISC-V or embedded processor firmware development experience with privilege-level isolation and secure boot.
• Deep understanding of cryptography and security protocols, specifically HDCP 1.x/2.x authentication, key management, and repeater topology.
• Strong familiarity of how HDCP integrates with display protocols, e.g. HDMI, DisplayPort.
• Consistent record leading cross-team technical initiatives from architecture through certification and delivery.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
• Hands-on experience with HDCP compliance certification.
• Experience with SoC-level system integration: firewalls, fuse controllers, privilege isolation, and secure carveouts.
• Experience productizing DRM protocols (Widevine, PlayReady).
• Familiarity with automotive security standards (ISO 21434, UN R155).
Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/
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 October 20, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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