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We are looking for Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to join our Compute CUDA Quality Assurance team for NVIDIA's Enterprise SWQA release schedules. Are you passionate about automation development, test and validation infrastructure? Do you excel using AI tools to aid in solving complex issues? We'd love to have your skills on the team!
As an engineer on this automation team, you will automate testbench independent test specification and execution workflows for worldwide chip validation teams running tests on silicon along with automation framework/infrastructure development. You will develop a system operating at large scale, running hundreds of tests per day in distributed heterogeneous servers with NVIDIA's GPUs connect to verify multiple designs/POR in many configurations those are sitting in automation farm or in cloud. You will continuously innovate and develop scalable, reliable, high performance systems and tools to enable the next generation of chips.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll be doing:
- Develop test plan and orchestrate testing for Compute software releases on all new compute architecture platforms including Tesla GPUs, Nvidia turnkey systems and OEM systems.
- Develop a robust test infrastructure incorporating advanced AI tools to significantly enhance our testing capabilities and streamlining operations for more efficient and accurate results.
- Improve code coverage, elevating the overall quality of our codebase and reliability of our testing processes and develop roadmaps prioritizing software development schedule for full life-cycle of tool development, test, and deployment.
- Collaborate across teams to identify new features and lead developers in definition, automation implementation, and productization of those features in timely manner.
- Build and operate key pieces of a complete infrastructure for automation framework development, as well as, lead and develop automation support and participate in automation of manual test cases, working closely with automation infrastructure.
- Focus on an efficient customer experience by improving both usability and ease to attain optimal performance.
- Test both software functionality and internal code/structure and run regression tests for existing CUDA/Driver features.
- Work in a dynamic agile software development team with very high production quality standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- BS or MS in Engineering (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years testing SW development cycle.
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, Linux, Python, C and C++.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure is a big plus, particularly hands-on work with designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable systems on major cloud platforms. Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, automation, monitoring, security guidelines, and performance optimization in distributed environments will be highly valued.
- Proven experience with AI tools for automation and test plan development directly applied to daily tasks. This expertise is crucial for enhancing performance, developing robust frameworks, and increasing test coverage.
- Strong technical skills, with deep understanding of orchestration & automation systems, data centers and cloud architecture combined.
- Solid understanding in QA methodology and pay attention to details.
- Knowledge in Cluster and cluster management.
- Experience in developing test strategies, high quality test plans and test execution.
- Proficient in building test setups and fine tuning in HW and SW along with hardware and software components that enable cloud computing services.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- Experience with cloud infrastructure is a big plus.
- Apply AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and quality, including test case/plan/script generation, defect detection, CBTP, bug fixing and day to day assistance.
- Experience with Configuration and deployment management (Ansible), Containers (Docker) and Virtualization infrastructure software (Xen, KVM).
- Good understanding of C/C++ toolchain in Linux including cross-compilation (C, C++, automake/autoconf, cmake, meson).
- Background with parallel programming, ideally CUDA C/C++ and OpenACC.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 140,000 USD - 224,250 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 17, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to join our Compute CUDA Quality Assurance team for NVIDIA's Enterprise SWQA release schedules. Are you passionate about automation development, test and validation infrastructure? Do you excel using AI tools to aid in solving complex issues? We'd love to have your skills on the team!
As an engineer on this automation team, you will automate testbench independent test specification and execution workflows for worldwide chip validation teams running tests on silicon along with automation framework/infrastructure development. You will develop a system operating at large scale, running hundreds of tests per day in distributed heterogeneous servers with NVIDIA's GPUs connect to verify multiple designs/POR in many configurations those are sitting in automation farm or in cloud. You will continuously innovate and develop scalable, reliable, high performance systems and tools to enable the next generation of chips.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll be doing:
- Develop test plan and orchestrate testing for Compute software releases on all new compute architecture platforms including Tesla GPUs, Nvidia turnkey systems and OEM systems.
- Develop a robust test infrastructure incorporating advanced AI tools to significantly enhance our testing capabilities and streamlining operations for more efficient and accurate results.
- Improve code coverage, elevating the overall quality of our codebase and reliability of our testing processes and develop roadmaps prioritizing software development schedule for full life-cycle of tool development, test, and deployment.
- Collaborate across teams to identify new features and lead developers in definition, automation implementation, and productization of those features in timely manner.
- Build and operate key pieces of a complete infrastructure for automation framework development, as well as, lead and develop automation support and participate in automation of manual test cases, working closely with automation infrastructure.
- Focus on an efficient customer experience by improving both usability and ease to attain optimal performance.
- Test both software functionality and internal code/structure and run regression tests for existing CUDA/Driver features.
- Work in a dynamic agile software development team with very high production quality standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- BS or MS in Engineering (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years testing SW development cycle.
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, Linux, Python, C and C++.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure is a big plus, particularly hands-on work with designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable systems on major cloud platforms. Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, automation, monitoring, security guidelines, and performance optimization in distributed environments will be highly valued.
- Proven experience with AI tools for automation and test plan development directly applied to daily tasks. This expertise is crucial for enhancing performance, developing robust frameworks, and increasing test coverage.
- Strong technical skills, with deep understanding of orchestration & automation systems, data centers and cloud architecture combined.
- Solid understanding in QA methodology and pay attention to details.
- Knowledge in Cluster and cluster management.
- Experience in developing test strategies, high quality test plans and test execution.
- Proficient in building test setups and fine tuning in HW and SW along with hardware and software components that enable cloud computing services.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- Experience with cloud infrastructure is a big plus.
- Apply AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and quality, including test case/plan/script generation, defect detection, CBTP, bug fixing and day to day assistance.
- Experience with Configuration and deployment management (Ansible), Containers (Docker) and Virtualization infrastructure software (Xen, KVM).
- Good understanding of C/C++ toolchain in Linux including cross-compilation (C, C++, automake/autoconf, cmake, meson).
- Background with parallel programming, ideally CUDA C/C++ and OpenACC.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 140,000 USD - 224,250 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 270,250 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 17, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Software Development Engineer In Test
Align your degree to the SDET specialty occupation definition
Your Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information technology must directly support the SDET role. A three-year Australian degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation before interviewing.
Target employers with active LCA filing histories
Search DOL's Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify tech companies that have filed LCAs for software engineer or QA engineer roles. Employers with recent LCA activity already understand the E-3 process, which shortens sponsorship conversations significantly.
Frame E-3 sponsorship as employer-friendly during interviews
The E-3 has no lottery, no cap risk, and your employer files the LCA with DOL before your consulate appointment. Recruiters unfamiliar with Australian visas respond well when you explain that sponsorship takes days, not months, and carries no random rejection risk.
Clarify SDET job duties match specialty occupation criteria
USCIS scrutinizes whether a role genuinely requires a specialized degree. For SDET positions, your offer letter and job description should specify that the role requires theoretical and applied knowledge in software testing, test automation frameworks, or systems design, not just general coding skills.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after accepting your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, from DOL certification through consulate appointment preparation. This prevents common errors in the LCA wage attestation that can delay or derail your start date.
Build a portfolio demonstrating test architecture depth before applying
Senior SDET roles require evidence of test strategy ownership, not just scripting. Compile examples of CI/CD pipeline integrations, automated test frameworks you have architected, and defect reduction metrics. This documentation also strengthens your specialty occupation case if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
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How do I find Senior SDET jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through generic job boards that rarely flag visa support, Migrate Mate surfaces SDET positions at employers already familiar with the E-3 process, saving you from cold outreach to companies that will decline before even reviewing your resume.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Senior SDET role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Roles focused on test automation architecture, quality engineering strategy, or systems-level testing consistently meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles framed as general QA or manual testing with no degree requirement can face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description wording matters.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Senior SDET roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but that exclusivity works in your favor. There is no annual lottery, no cap to exhaust, and your employer can file the LCA with DOL and proceed to your consulate appointment within weeks of your offer. The H-1B lottery runs once per year with no guarantee of selection, meaning an H-1B-dependent offer effectively delays your start by up to a year.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers or get promoted to a different SDET title?
A new employer requires a new LCA and a new E-3 visa application. A promotion that substantially changes your job duties or title at the same employer also typically requires a fresh LCA to reflect updated wage attestations. You can remain in status while the new LCA is processed, but you cannot start work for a new employer until the new E-3 is approved.
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