Principal Open-Source Networking Architect
Core
Define end-to-end solutions, networking protocols, and features for NVIDIA's next-generation Ethernet, InfiniBand, and NVLink systems, specifically focusing on SONiC and SAI architectures for high-performance AI clusters.
Role type
Principal System Architect (Open-Source Networking)
Builds
High-performance networking platforms (Ethernet, InfiniBand, NVLink) and open-source Network Operating Systems (SONiC, SAI) for AI clusters.
Domain
Networking (Ethernet/IP, SONiC, SAI) + AI/ML Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
SONiC architecture, SAI, Ethernet/IP protocols, network simulation, embedded software development, technical roadmap definition, open-source community leadership, system software design, distributed computing workloads analysis, PoC implementation.
Preferred skills
Switch ASIC hardware/software abstraction, applying ML/AI methods to networking problems, patent generation, white paper publication.
Technologies
SONiC, SAI, Ethernet, InfiniBand, NVLink, Network Operating Systems (NOS), Switch ASIC.
Responsibilities
Define robust architectures and technical requirements for SONiC and NOS using SAI; actively participate in and drive technology roadmaps in SONiC and SAI open-source communities; lead R&D and Validation teams in technical reviews and design guidelines; collaborate with Chip Design, Firmware, and Hardware teams; support key customer engagements and industry working groups.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
