Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning Safety

US, CA, Santa ClaraFull-time$184k–$288k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10

Core

Senior Software Safety Engineer ensuring autonomous driving software products and development processes meet automotive safety standards.

Role type

Senior IC software safety engineer

Builds

Autonomous driving software and hardware systems

Domain

Automotive / Functional Safety

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

C/C++, ISO 26262, Automotive SPICE, FMEA, FTA, MISRA C++, AUTOSAR C++14, software architecture, quality conformance processes

Preferred skills

Requirements management, audit support, safety culture advocacy

Technologies

C, C++, AUTOSAR

Responsibilities

Collaborate with deep learning engineering teams to ensure safety standards compliance; Guide teams in implementing ISO 26262; Influence next-gen software and hardware architecture from a safety perspective; Drive engineering activities per ISO 26262 across all project phases; Support internal/external ISO 26262 audits.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About NVIDIA

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