Staff Engineer, Micro-architecture Design

2 Months ago • 8-10 Years • Research & Development • $153,075 PA - $236,925 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) Computing Lab at Samsung Semiconductor seeks a Staff Engineer for Micro-architecture Design. Responsibilities include developing machine learning accelerator IP using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and HLS; optimizing IP for performance, power, and area; collaborating with verification engineers; making design trade-off decisions; troubleshooting hardware; staying current with ML and hardware advancements; and communicating with stakeholders. The role requires strong microarchitecture and computer architecture backgrounds, RTL development experience, and experience with memory controllers, NOCs, interconnect IP, and AI accelerator integration with SOCs. The position offers hybrid work flexibility (3 days onsite).
Must have:
  • 10+ years exp. in silicon development (or equiv.)
  • Strong microarchitecture & computer architecture background
  • RTL development for complex control & data path IPs
  • Experience with Memory Controller, NOC, Interconnect IP
  • AI Accelerator integration with SOC experience
Perks:
  • 4+ weeks paid time off
  • Holidays and sick leave
  • Fertility care or adoption stipend
  • Medical travel support
  • Errand service
  • On-demand apps and paid therapy sessions
  • Onsite Café and gym, virtual classes
  • Flexible work environment
  • Charitable giving match

Job Details

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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

 

The AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) Computing Lab is dedicated to solving the complex system-level challenges posed by the growing demands of future AI/ML workloads. Our team is committed to designing and developing scalable platforms that can effectively handle the computational and memory requirements of these workloads while minimizing energy consumption and maximizing performance. To achieve this goal, we collaborate closely with both hardware and software engineers to identify and address the unique challenges posed by AI/ML workloads and to explore new computing abstractions that can provide a better balance between the hardware and software components of our systems. Additionally, we continuously conduct research and development in emerging technologies and trends across memory, computing, interconnect, and AI/ML, ensuring that our platforms are always equipped to handle the most demanding workloads of the future. By working together as a dedicated and passionate team, we aim to revolutionize the way AI/ML applications are deployed and executed, ultimately contributing to the advancement of AGI in an affordable and sustainable manner. Join us in our passion to shape the future of computing!

 

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our office 3 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time

 

Reports to: SVP

 

Direct Reports: N/A

  • Develop IP for machine learning accelerators using Verilog, System Verilog and HLS
  • Optimize the IP for performance, power, and area by leveraging advanced design techniques such as pipelining, parallelism, and data compression.
  • Collaborate with Verification engineers to design and develop test plans
  • Make design decisions out of a large design trade-off space across performance, power, thermal, and cost.
  • Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues and ensure the quality of the design through verification and validation.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning and hardware architecture and contribute to the development of new technologies.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including users, partners, and management, to ensure that the systems are delivered on time and within budget
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

 

What You Bring

  • BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 10+ years of working experiences in silicon development or MS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 8+ years of relevant working experience or PhD and 5+ years of relevant working experience preferred.
  • Strong background in microarchitecture and computer architecture
  • 5+ years of experience in front-end design methodology involving RTL development for complex control and data path IPs
  • Experience in designing Memory Controller, NOC, Interconnect IP
  • Experience in AI Accelerator integration with SOC
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • 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

$153,075 - $236,925 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 teams. 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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