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Nvidia Corporation

Senior Board Product Development Engineer

US, CA, Santa Clara Posted today

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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.
  • 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.
  • What Nvidia Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles701 certified filings for “Engineer Senior Systems Software” (Software Developers) in CA: $173k–$214k, median $190k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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. The pay stated here (136,000 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).

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

At NVIDIA, we have been at the forefront of transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for over 25 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by our exceptional technology and amazing team of people. We are seeking a creative and experienced Senior Board Product Development Engineer to join our Operations Engineering team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful release of NVIDIA’s board and system products to high-volume manufacturing. What you'll be doing: • Product Release to Manufacturing: Play a key role in releasing NVIDIA-designed board and system products to high-volume manufacturing. • Early Planning and Coordination: Represent Product Operations Engineering during early manufacturing test solution planning and align stakeholders on production release requirements. • Define scalable manufacturing test architectures, methodologies, processes, and system requirements for AI PC products. • Develop and qualify test strategies, fixtures, and equipment for new product features, validating hardware test solutions for production deployment. • Partner with Mechanical, Thermal, Test, Hardware Design, Software, and Quality Engineering teams to drive DFX initiatives and factory release requirements. • Support factory builds and production ramps by debugging board and system-level issues, collaborating with internal teams and external manufacturing partners. • Monitor end-to-end manufacturing test verification from board to system level, analyze production data, identify risks, and drive corrective actions to ensure release readiness. • Drive continuous improvement through new manufacturing test technologies, process optimization, international factory support, and mentoring/developing engineering talents. What we need to see: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering – or equivalent experience • 5+ years of relevant experience. • Extensive experience in hardware design analysis, prototype bring-up, failure verification, and manufacturing test support. • Extensive experience in high-volume board and system manufacturing process verification. • Able to travel to other countries for on-site factory product Builds supports (6 to 8 weeks per year) • Strong understanding of board and system manufacturing test processes, quality systems, and risk mitigation strategies. • Proven ability to work effectively with multi-functional teams and communicate complex technical information clearly. • Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing engineering talent. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve manufacturing issues. Ways to stand out from the crowd: • Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges. • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality production releases. • Proactive in identifying potential issues and driving solutions before they impact production. With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary ranges for this position are: 136,000 USD – 212,750 USD for Level 3; and 168,000 USD – 258,750 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.  NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud

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