NVIDIA

Field Application Engineer - Desktop and Workstations

US, TX, Austin Full time

We are now looking for a Field Applications Engineer! NVIDIA, a global leader in desktop computing, empowers animators, designers, scientists, and gamers with high-performance accelerated computing. Our platforms facilitate creation, engineering, simulation, and entertainment. Customer satisfaction hinges on vertical business development, ecosystem strength, and strategic scaling through partnerships and innovative marketing. We seek passionate, hardworking individuals to explore new opportunities. The Field Applications Engineering role targets desktop workstation system design specialists who envision transformative potential in accelerated computing for media, professional visualization, and photo-realistic graphics. NVIDIA is actively recruiting an exceptional FAE with expertise in desktop PC system design, particularly focused on GPU workloads in AI, graphic visualization, scalable visual displays, and gaming. Your responsibilities include engaging with customers, technical design, and ensuring positive experiences. Proficiency in stand-alone and embedded systems, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to new technologies are essential attributes for success. 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Serve as a technical specialist for desktop workstation GPU products, partnering with sales account managers to secure design wins and support the full product lifecycle from design-in to end-of-life.

  • Build and maintain strong technical relationships with customer engineers, architects, and decision-makers at focus accounts, ensuring alignment on requirements and solutions.

  • Identify customer architectures and key product needs in gaming and professional visualization markets, providing tailored hardware and software solutions, demos, and system designs.

  • Deliver hands-on technical support and training, including onsite troubleshooting, sales enablement, and partner education to drive adoption and success.

  • Foster collaboration and communication with internal teams, ensuring seamless execution and alignment across technical and sales functions.

What we need to see:

  • BS or MS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

  • 5+ years in high-tech electronics industry in system design or technical customer support roles, with hands-on hardware design expertise (schematics, board layout, power, thermal, mechanical).

  • Technical & Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving ability, capable of driving technical issues across cross-functional teams and adapting to evolving environments.

  • Organizational & Multitasking Skills: Proven ability to manage time effectively, coordinate multiple priorities, and implement new technologies in complex projects.

  • Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and oral English skills for effective interaction with management, engineering teams, and customers.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • X86 and NVIDIA GPU Architecture: Experience in desktop PC/workstation environments.

  • Knowledge of PC industry standard specifications: PCI Express, USB, DisplayPort, and HDMI

  • Programming Skills: Proficient in C/C++ and Python.

  • Debugging Skills: Microsoft Windows debugging (driver, kernel) is advantageous.

  • Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience in hardware design, platform setup, and application profiling.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and driven, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 132,000 USD - 207,000 USD for Level 3, and 160,000 USD - 253,000 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 18, 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.