CareerPlan

Principal Architect, System Software - Orbital Data Center

US, CA, Santa ClaraFull-time$272k–$431k2026-10-18 → 2026-11-10

Core

Architect end-to-end system software for NVIDIA's Space-1 Orbital Data Center, ensuring reliable AI inference in low-Earth orbit.

Role type

Principal Architect, System Software

Builds

Production-ready inference platform for orbital data center modules

Domain

Aerospace / System Software / AI Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

System architecture, C/C++, Python, Firmware (BMC/BIOS), OS integration, Driver development, Manageability protocols (Redfish/MCTP/PLDM), Radiation tolerance design, Thermal cycling mitigation, Autonomous operations, Fault containment, Telemetry systems

Preferred skills

Space/aerospace experience, x86/ARM architecture, NVIDIA AI stack (CUDA/DCGM), NSA PHIPs security, Post-quantum networking, Hardware debugging

Responsibilities

Own system architecture for inference stack and applications, Co-architect hardware/software interfaces, Define manageability for unreachable data centers, Architect rad-tolerant behaviors, Drive management protocols, Define BMC features and boot architecture, Partner with customers to translate mission requirements, Drive reliability and optimization, Resolve issues during bring-up

Seniority

Principal, strategic architecture & technical leadership