Principal Engineer (Director), Foundry Silicon Technology Enablement

3 Months ago • 15-20 Years • Software Development & Engineering • $214,060 PA - $341,940 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Principal Engineer (Director), you will lead technical collaborations with customers and partners to define technology requirements and address gaps. You'll work with cross-functional teams to enable silicon solutions, drive benchmarking, and support business development. Responsibilities include understanding customer needs, aligning with internal teams on technology trends, and attending conferences. You will be required to be on-site daily at the San Jose HQ location with an average of 10% travel per month.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 20+ years of experience
  • Knowledge of CMOS fundamentals, Device Physics, and Advanced Process technology
  • Experience in Logic Technology development
Good to have:
  • Experience in Automotive segments requirements including reliability and functional safety
  • Experience on RF technologies and key figures of merit
Perks:
  • Charitable giving match
  • 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave
  • Stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service
  • On-demand apps and paid therapy sessions
  • Onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes
  • Flexible environment

Job Details

Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period. 

Advancing the World’s Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

In this role as Principal Engineer (Director), you will spearhead technical engagements with customers and ASIC partners to define critical product and platform technology requirements, identify and quantify technology gaps, and drive solutions to address these gaps. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including IP, Packaging, Customer Engineering, Design Enablement, ASIC design, and account management, you will foster early technical engagement to enable customized silicon solutions across various technology nodes, ensuring successful delivery of customer-focused outcomes.

You will also drive benchmarking activities to understand the Competitive landscape, set/refine PPA scaling targets, drive necessary recommendations and influence roadmaps to ensure Samsung Foundry continues to stay in leadership position. 

Additionally, you will support Business Development activities for new customers in conjunction with account management teams with the goal of securing new business and also exploring differentiated Technology solutions through strategic collaboration.

Location: Daily onsite presence in San Jose HQ location in alignment with our Flexible Work policy with an average of 10% travel per month

Reports to: Sr. Director, Technology Enablement, TE/IP

Req: 42595

Develop and build deep trust-based relationships with customers’ teams to understand their Si technology needs, application requirements and jointly define the best technology/platform solutions to enable customer’s products

  • Work with customer teams to map their requirements to existing foundry offerings, identify potential gaps, and champion their cause by driving internal development teams to address technology needs and deliver technology solutions
  • Work with the internal Silicon development teams to align on upcoming technology/ scaling trends and set competitive technology targets and differentiated roadmaps
  • Enable platform solutions (Process, IP, advanced packaging, ASIC etc) with Technology, Ecosystem, Enablement, Design Services and Business development teams. This includes any new potential partnerships with both Internal and External teams
  • Attend conferences with the goal of publishing regular analysis and benchmarking reports.
  • Support the Technology engagement and Business growth activities by working with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Sales and Business Development teams to secure customer engagements.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 20+ years of experience or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 18+ Years of Industry Experience or PhD in Electrical Engineer or related Physical Science with 15+ years of Industry Experience. 
  • Knowledge of CMOS fundamentals, Device Physics, Advanced Process technology, circuit design concepts, device-technology interactions, scaling trends and their forthcoming challenges.
  • Experience in Logic Technology development and working with Foundries is a plus.
  • Broad understanding of systems and application requirements (eg product architecture, key IPs, packaging, design services, ASIC, key standards etc)
  • Experience with PPA analysis across libraries, memory compilers, Block-level PPA and competitive benchmarking
  • Experience in Automotive segments requirements including reliability and functional safety. Experience on RF technologies and key figures of merit is a plus.
  • You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
  • An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
  • You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
  • Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. 

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$214,060 - $341,940 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy 

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

Recruiting Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.

Covid-19 Policy

To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we've developed guidelines for our team. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory, and business circumstances. 

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