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Nvidia

System Software Engineer - CUDA Chips

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$203K - $240K/yr

We are hiring engineers to work on the CUDA driver, a core component of our platform for ... Our team delivers features and improvements to better realize the potential of NVIDIA hardware for ...

Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Hardware Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer. We are looking for a new or recent EE graduate who is interested in a very hands-on position working within a team ...

Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Hardware Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

The Arlo Smart Home Device team is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer. We are looking for a new or recent EE graduate who is interested in a very hands-on position working within a team ...

Nvidia

DFT Engineer - New College Grad

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$145K - $191K/yr

We are now looking for a highly motivated DFT Engineer to join this multifaceted and innovative hardware team at NVIDIA. Our Design-for-Test Engineering team works on groundbreaking innovations ...

Beyond SOF

Nvidia Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

The Nvidia Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing software and hardware solutions using Nvidia technologies. Main Responsibilities and Duties: Develop and optimize software and ...

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How much do entry level nvidia hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level nvidia hardware engineer in the United States is $146,230.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Nvidia Hardware Engineer vs Entry Level Nvidia Software Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Nvidia Hardware EngineerEntry Level Nvidia Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing hardware components, working in labs and on hardware prototypesDeveloping, testing, and optimizing software for Nvidia products, working in software development environments
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in hardware R&D, manufacturing, and product design within Nvidia and semiconductor industryIn software development teams, focusing on drivers, APIs, and application software for Nvidia hardware

Both roles require a strong technical background and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. Hardware engineers focus on physical components and circuit design, while software engineers develop the code that runs on Nvidia hardware. Understanding the differences helps candidates target their skills and career goals effectively.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Nvidia Hardware Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,230 per year, or $70.3 per hour.

NVIDIA 2027 Internships: Hardware Engineering

Nvidia

Santa Clara, CA

$145K - $191K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Nvidia rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 245 rated software companies

Job description

By submitting your resume, you acknowledge that your Hardware Engineering internship application will be processed in accordance with NVIDIA's Applicant Privacy Policy and you agree to our Terms of Service. We'll review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out if your experience fits one of our many internship opportunities.


NVIDIA pioneered accelerated computing to tackle challenges no one else can solve. Our work in AI and digital twins is transforming the world's largest industries and profoundly impacting society - from gaming to robotics, self-driving cars to life-saving healthcare, climate change to virtual worlds where we can all connect and create. Our internships offer an excellent opportunity to expand your career and get hands on experience with one of our industry leading Hardware teams. We're seeking strategic, ambitious, hard-working, and creative individuals who are passionate about helping us tackle challenges no one else can solve.

Throughout the 12-week full-time internship, students will work on projects that have a measurable impact on our business. We're looking for students pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree within a relevant or related field.

Potential Internships in this field include:

System Validation

  • These teams are responsible for system validation and post-production activities for datacenter server products, such as HGX baseboards, DGX Servers or DGX Workstations. You will need to maintain a close relationship with all members of the Architecture, Hardware and Software Design teams to ensure rigorous testing and debugging of all new features and changes made during product development.

Hardware Design

  • With strong backgrounds in electrical engineering and a curiosity about hardware product design, Hardware Design Interns work with a close-knit, multi-disciplinary team, enjoying hands-on work, with cutting-edge visual computing platforms. Primary responsibilities may include Hardware Testing, Debugging, and Validation of new products to ensure they meet performance, functional, and quality objectives.

Mechanical Engineering

  • This team helps craft and test new NVIDIA products. You will be part of a multi-functional team researching and developing new concepts and materials for our next generation of products. You must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a strong academic background in Mechanical Engineering.

Silicon Solutions

  • As a part of the Silicon Solutions Engineering Team, you will be responsible for productizing NVIDIA's chips into groundbreaking consumer, professional, server, mobile, and automotive solutions.

What we need to see:

  • Must be actively enrolled in a university pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, for the full duration of the internship; anticipated graduation date (month and year) must be clearly indicated on a resume or CV to be considered.
  • Depending on the internship role, prior experience or knowledge requirements could include the following programming skills and technologies:Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL, Perl, Python, TCL, Board-Level Design, PCB, Datacenter Systems, Linux, CAD Software (i.e. Solidworks, ProE, Creo, Catia, Unigraphics, etc.), MATLAB, MOSFETs, Lab Tools (Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Logic Analyzer)

Click here to learn more about NVIDIA, our early talent programs, benefits offered to students and other helpful student resources related to our latest technologies and endeavors.

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay based on the position, your location, year in school, degree, and experience. The hourly rate for our interns is 20 USD - 71 USD.

You will also be eligible for Internbenefits.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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 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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About Nvidia

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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.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1993

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