NIO Inc.

Senior OS/Kernel Engineer

NIO Inc.
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5 months ago
San Jose, CA, USASenior

Base Salary

$143k - $186k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Prototype and evaluate kernels, file systems, drivers, networking, and other advanced systems software concepts.
  • Design, implement, and optimize low-level system components for strict real-time performance and safety requirements.
  • Contribute to systems software architecture and guide technical decisions for smart electric vehicle infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to transition prototypes into reliable, production-ready deployments.
  • Diagnose and resolve system-level performance, memory, stability, and dependability issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with operating system internals, virtualization, or system security.
  • Practical experience with at least one of x86, Arm, or RISC-V computer architectures.
  • Proficiency in C, assembly, and/or Rust.
  • Ability to navigate, debug, and improve complex low-level codebases.
  • Strong troubleshooting, independent problem-solving, and team communication skills.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Master’s or Ph.D., systems research experience, kernel or hypervisor development, RTOS or network stack experience, microkernel or automotive safety-critical OS exposure, formal verification familiarity, and ISO 26262 familiarity.

Benefits

  • US base salary range is $143,200.00–$186,000.00, excluding discretionary bonus, equity, and benefits.
  • Medical plans include Anthem Blue Cross, HSA, and Kaiser HMO options, including $0 employee-only coverage.
  • Dental and vision plans include options with $0 paycheck contribution for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Company-paid HSA contributions are available with the High Deductible Anthem Blue Cross plan.
  • Healthcare and dependent-care FSAs are available.
  • 401(k) with Brokerage Link option is provided.
  • Company-paid basic life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance are provided.
  • Employee Assistance Program, sick and vacation time, and 13 paid holidays are provided.
  • Paid parental leave provides eight weeks at full pay after 90 days of employment, and paid disability leave provides six weeks at full pay after 90 days.
  • Voluntary life and AD&D insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, mobile cell phone credit, free lunch and snacks, onsite gym, and employee discounts are available.

Tech Stack

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About NIO Inc.

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