Staff Engineer, High-Speed I/O Analog-Mixed Circuit

🏢 Summary: Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer responsible for developing high-speed memory I/O circuits for advanced DRAM and NAND interfaces. The role involves hands-on design, simulation, layout supervision, and silicon bring-up for high-speed data converters, PLLs, and SERDES in advanced CMOS nodes. You will own circuit specifications and optimize performance, power, and area for next-generation memory interfaces. 🗂️ Requirements: BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, 5+ years in SoC architecture and high-speed serial interface design, Experience with analog and mixed-signal circuit design in advanced CMOS nodes, Experience designing high-speed interfaces (DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, or HBM), Expertise in high-speed I/O layout requirements, Knowledge of DLL, PLL, FFE, CTLE, DFE, DCC, ODT, output drivers, Experience with high-frequency clock distribution design, Proficiency with EDA tools for simulation and verification, Experience with silicon bring-up and automated measurement, Strong scripting skills in Tcl or Perl 📃 Skills: CMOS, SoC, DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, HBM, SERDES, PLL, DLL, FFE, CTLE, DFE, DCC, ODT, Cadence, MATLAB, Simulink, Tcl, Perl, Python, EDA 🏢 Description: 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.Memory IO Lab is part of Samsung's Memory Business Unit, the industry's all-time DRAM and NAND Flash leader both in technology as well as in volume. Memory IO's vision is to provide memory interface technology solutions which can be adopted in DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, and more. We are an integral part of Samsung's paramount R&D innovation engine. We work closely with cross-disciplinary development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps. Come and join the team that is providing the next generation IO tech solutions to support emerging machine learning applications, data analytics, and edge computing. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy What You'll Do Hands on in analog circuit design, which includes circuit design, running simulations to confirm functionality and performance, and work with verification team to verify design. The mixed-signal designs will include but are not limited to the following: high-speed data converters, PLL, and SERDES. Guide layout floor-planning block and top level to optimize the overall performance; supervise the layout activities and give concise guidelines to layout engineers, need to be hands on in drawing layout if necessary. Ownership of circuit and system specifications. Simulate designs with state-of-the-art CAD tools. Document designs and simulation results. What You Bring BS 10+ years experience, MS 8+years of experience, PhD 5+ years experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science preferred. 5+ years of experience working with system on chip architecture, high-speed serial interfaces, analog and mixed-signal circuit designs using advanced CMOS technology nodes. Prior experience in design of any one of the standard high speed interfaces like DDR, LPDDR, , GDDR, HBM I/O interface. Needs to be an expert in providing and understanding layout requirements of high speed circuits. Knowledge of all facets of high speed I/O design but specifically should include DLL / PLL / FFE / CTLE / DFE, output drivers , ODT, Duty cycle correction (DCC), Training/calibration to improve timing, high speed power design and low power design. Experience working closely with device/process team to define transistor specs The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment. Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Experience in high frequency clock distribution design, implementation, and analysis. Deep understanding of PPA (performance, power, and area) trade-offs. Ability to handle EDA tools well, such as Cadence, MATLAB (Simulink), and EM tools Experience on silicon bring-up and automatic measurement using script Strong scripting and automation skills using Tcl/Perl. Knowledge of Python is a plus. Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in 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. #LI-SF1What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$163,000—$253,000 USDEqual 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate's genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Senior SoC Design Principal Engineer role focused on developing memory and storage silicon solutions for machine learning, data analytics, and edge computing applications. The position involves SoC architecture, RTL design, IP integration, ASIC flow execution, and collaboration with verification and physical design teams. The offer includes comprehensive benefits, flexible work environment, and high-impact R&D work in advanced DRAM and storage technologies. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field with 20+ years of experience, or Master's with 18+ years, or PhD with 15+ years, Experience with ASIC design flow from design to tape out, Experience in ATE vector generation, testing, and silicon bring-up, Knowledge of commercial IPs including UCIe, CPU, Ethernet, and DDR interfaces, Experience in SoC synthesis, timing analysis, lint checks, and CDC checks, Experience interfacing with third-party service companies for DFT/PI/PD, Knowledge of AMBA bus fabric and ARM cores, Experience with RTL implementation and top-level SoC integration, Strong verbal and written communication skills 📃 Skills: ASIC, RTL, SoC, ARM, AMBA, DDR, UCIe, Ethernet, CDC, STA, DFT, Lint, Synthesis, ATE, Verilog 🏢 Description: 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 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. Principal Engineer, SOC Design What You'll Do The DRAM Development Lab (DDL) is part of Samsung's Memory Business Unit, focused on solving key problems of Cloud & Data center by developing new technology for memory and storage. The SOC team within DDL focuses on the development of silicon solutions and works closely with development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps. Come join the team that is creating new computing system architectures needed to support emerging machine learning applications, data analytics and edge computing. You'll focus on enhancement of memory and storage capability by developing prototype and production controllers. - Participate in architectural definitions and responsible for micro architecture of subsystem and/or chip level - Responsible for top integration, logic design and RTL implementation along with quality check (Assertion, Lint, CDC, and STA) - Review 3rd party IPs including ARM cores, DDR controller, and UCIe PHY - Responsible for integrating the third party IPs and subsystem at top level - Work closely with architects and verification engineers to ensure sound design at SoC level - Work with physical designers on timing constraints, synthesis, DFT insertion, and static timing analysis What You Bring - Bachelor's in Electrical, Computer Science or related with 20+ years of experience or Master's with 18+ years or PhD with 15+ years of industry experience preferred - Hands-on knowledge and experience in ASIC design flow from design to tape out - Experience and knowledge in ATE vector generation, testing and silicon bring up - Experience in commercial IPs such as UCIe, CPU, Ethernet, and DDR interfaces - Good understanding of PPA (performance, power, and area) trade-offs - Experience in SoC level synthesis, timing analysis, lint check, CDC checks - Experience interfacing with 3rd party service companies for DFT/PI/PD - Good knowledge and experience in AMBA bus fabric and ARM cores - Strong communication and collaboration skills What We Offer - Incentive opportunities based on individual and company performance - Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k benefits - Charitable giving match and community involvement opportunities - 4+ weeks of paid time off plus holidays and sick leave - Fertility care or adoption stipend, medical travel support, and virtual vet care - On-demand wellness apps and confidential therapy sessions - Onsite café and gym plus virtual fitness classes - Flexible work environment Base Pay Range $219,000—$351,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Senior SoC Architect role focused on designing and validating next-generation memory and storage solutions, with hands-on RTL development and full lifecycle involvement from architecture to silicon bring-up. The position centers on SSD and DRAM subsystem architecture, SoC integration, and performance optimization for cloud and data center applications. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field, 10+ years of industry experience in hardware development, Strong experience in SSD architecture and storage technologies, Knowledge of DRAM architecture and memory subsystem design, Experience with RTL design and SoC integration, Experience with data integrity and protection mechanisms (ECC, parity, CRC, RAID), Experience delivering hardware products from architecture through silicon bring-up, Ability to support verification, validation, and debugging activities 📃 Skills: SystemVerilog, Verilog, RTL, SoC, SSD, DRAM, NAND, ECC, CRC, RAID, RTL, Simulation, Emulation, Formal, Silicon 🏢 Description: 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 The DRAM Development Lab (DDL) is part of Samsung's Memory Business Unit, the industry's technology and volume leader in DRAM, HBM and NAND Flash. DDL's vision is to solve key problems of Cloud & Data center by developing the new technology for memory and storage. The SoC Architecture team is involved in SoC‑level designs for emerging memory/storage solutions and validates each design's feasibility with hands‑on RTL implementation. We are an integral part of Samsung's strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine. We work closely with development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps. This role offers the opportunity to shape next-generation SoC and subsystem architectures while staying deeply hands-on in RTL design, integration, and validation. It is ideal for engineers who want to turn advanced memory and storage concepts into real hardware and drive them all the way to silicon Job ID: 42896 Location: Daily onsite presence at our Folsom office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy Collaborate with architecture, design, verification, and system teams to define and implement SoC features and subsystems Translate architectural requirements into microarchitecture, RTL design, and verification plans Design and develop RTL for SoC blocks and integration logic using SystemVerilog/Verilog Drive block- and SoC-level integration activities, including clocking, reset, power intent, interfaces, and configuration infrastructure Analyze performance, power, area, and timing tradeoffs to deliver efficient and scalable designs Support design verification by debugging issues found in simulation, emulation, formal analysis, and silicon validation Participate in pre‑silicon validation and post‑silicon bring‑up, including root‑cause analysis and issue resolution Contribute to technical documentation, block specification, test plans, and design reviews What You Bring Bachelors in Electrical, Computer Science or related with 15+ years of experience or Masters in Electrical, Computer Science or related Science with 13+ years of Industry Experience or PhD in Electrical, Computer Science or related Science with 10+ years of Industry experience preferred. Strong technical background in SSD architecture and storage technologies, including controller architecture, NAND/flash behavior, data path design, and system performance consideration. Familiarity with DRAM architecture and memory subsystem design, including memory hierarchy, bandwidth/latency tradeoffs, buffering, and traffic behaviors. Experience with data integrity and protection mechanisms, such as ECC, parity, CRC, RAID, and end-to-end data protection schemes. Experience contributing to complex hardware products from architecture definition through RTL implementation, verification, and silicon bring-up. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across architecture, design, verification, firmware, and validation teams. 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. #LI-SF1What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$168,000—$268,000 USDEqual 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate's genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Principal Engineer role focused on SoC design and integration for advanced memory and storage solutions targeting cloud, data center, and emerging computing applications. The position involves leading microarchitecture, RTL development, third-party IP integration, and full ASIC flow through tape-out. It requires deep expertise in high-performance SoC design, timing, and silicon bring-up. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field, 15+ years of industry experience in ASIC/SoC design, Hands-on experience with full ASIC design flow from design to tape-out, Experience with SoC-level synthesis, STA, lint, and CDC checks, Experience integrating third-party IPs at SoC level, Experience with commercial IPs such as ARM cores, DDR, Ethernet, UCIe, Experience with ATE vector generation, testing, and silicon bring-up, Knowledge of PPA trade-offs, Experience working with DFT/PI/PD teams, Strong understanding of AMBA bus architecture 📃 Skills: ASIC, SoC, RTL, ARM, AMBA, DDR, UCIe, Ethernet, STA, CDC, Lint, DFT, Synthesis, PPA, ATE 🏢 Description: 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.Principal Engineer, SOC Design What You'll Do The DRAM Development Lab (DDL) is part of Samsung's Memory Business Unit, the industry's technology and volume leader in DRAM, HBM and NAND Flash. DDL's vision is to solve key problems of Cloud & Data center by developing the new technology for memory and storage. The SOC team within DDL focuses on the development of silicon solutions. We are an integral part of Samsung's strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine. We work closely with development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps. Come join the team that is creating new computing system architectures needed to support emerging machine learning applications, data analytics and edge computing. You'll focus on enhancement of memory and storage capability by developing prototype and production controllers. Job ID: 42866 Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose or Folsom office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy Participate in architectural definitions and responsible for micro architecture of subsystem and/or chip level. Responsible for top integration, logic design and RTL implementation along with quality check (Assertion, Lint, CDC, and STA). Reviews 3rd party IPs including ARM cores, DDR controller, and UCIe PHY Responsible for integrating the third part IPs and sub system at top level Work closely with architects and verification engineers to ensure sound design at SoC level. Work with physical designers on timing constraints, synthesis, DFT insertion, and static timing analysis What You Bring Bachelors in Electrical, Computer Science or related with 20+ years of experience or Masters in Electrical, Computer Science or related Science with 18+ years of Industry Experience or PhD in Electrical, Computer Science or related Science with 15+ years of Industry experience preferred. Highly motivated with good verbal and written communication skills. Hands on knowledge & experience in ASIC design flow from design to tape out. Experience & Good knowledge in ATE vector generation, testing and silicon bring up. Experience in the commercial IPs such as UCIe, CPU, Ethernet, and DDR interfaces. Good understanding of PPA (performance, power, and area) trade-offs. Experience in SoC level synthesis, timing analysis, lint check, CDC checks. Experience in interfacing 3rd party service companies for DFT/PI/PD. Good knowledge and experience in AMBA bus fabric, ARM cores. Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in 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. #LI-SF1What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$219,000—$351,000 USDEqual 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate's genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Staff Engineer role focused on memory systems architecture and in-field DRAM fault management for AI/ML data center deployments. The position involves analyzing telemetry data, developing RAS algorithms, improving ECC schemes, and collaborating with customers and industry groups on memory failure mitigation solutions. Daily onsite work in San Jose with research, proof-of-concept development, and standardization contributions. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience or Master's with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years, Experience in hardware fault management, reliability, or data center fleet management, Knowledge of platform memory subsystems and platform RAS features, Experience with ECC design, verification, and reverse engineering, Understanding of CPU-to-memory address mapping, Experience modifying memory controller registers, Linux kernel commit experience, Understanding of DRAM and HBM failure modes 📃 Skills: DRAM, HBM, ECC, RAS, Linux, Telemetry, hPPR, DIMM, SOC 🏢 Description: 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 more. Samsung Semiconductor is hiring a Staff Engineer, Memory Systems Architecture. The conventional DRAM failure analysis was physical electrical FA and physical FA. In the era of data centers, field failure information is easier to track. The Fault Management team focuses on finding DRAM failure modes, abnormalities, and failure rate projections. You will be part of an incubation team working on in-field telemetry intended to transform the customer quality experience for Samsung memory products. Fault Management is focused on minimizing system downtime within AI/ML hardware deployments and workloads. The team analyzes trends and patterns from large-scale memory fleet telemetry to classify failures and perform virtual root-cause analysis. Telemetry analysis helps design solutions to proactively avoid system downtime. Research is conducted both internally and collaboratively with the industry, with opportunities to publish findings through whitepapers and conferences. What You'll Do - Based on knowledge of SOC controllers and memory operations including RAS features, identify and recommend solutions to mitigate field DRAM failure rates - Communicate improved ECC schemes to customers based on Samsung DRAM failure modes - Interface with customers to establish the value of enabling in-field fault management architecture - Contribute to the standardization of DRAM/HBM failure logging in the OCP - Propose and develop platform RAS algorithms for memory fault management such as page offlining and hPPR - Conduct proof-of-concept testing with known failure DIMMs in real servers and applications Location: Daily onsite presence at the San Jose headquarters in alignment with the Flexible Work Policy. What You Bring - Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years in hardware fault management, reliability, data center fleet management, or related technical field - Knowledge of platform memory subsystems and platform RAS such as ECC, page offlining, hPPR, and hardware sparing - ECC design, verification, and reverse engineering experience - Understanding of address mapping between CPU and memory - Memory controller register modification experience - Linux kernel commit experience - Understanding of DRAM and HBM failure modes - Inclusive and collaborative working style - Curiosity, resilience, and data-driven problem solving - Innovative mindset and adaptability What We Offer - Competitive compensation with incentive opportunities - Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits - Charitable giving match and community involvement opportunities - 4+ weeks of paid time off plus holidays and sick leave - Fertility care or adoption support, medical travel support, and virtual vet care - Emotional wellness support with therapy sessions and wellness apps - Onsite café and gym plus virtual fitness classes - Flexible work environment Base Pay Range: $163,000—$253,000 USD Equal Opportunity Employment Policy Samsung Semiconductor is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing accommodations throughout the recruiting process. Our Commitment to Innovation and Fairness AI tools may be used in recruitment as support tools, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. Applicant AI Use Policy Candidates may use AI tools for preparation, grammar, and research, but not for generating submitted content or live interview responses. Trade Secret Notice Applicants must not disclose confidential or proprietary information belonging to current or former employers.

🏢 Summary: Senior AI infrastructure role focused on co-designing hardware and software solutions for AI/ML inference workloads, optimizing LLM and agentic AI performance, and addressing memory bottlenecks in scalable computing platforms. The position involves collaboration across hardware and software teams, development of high-performance inference solutions, and technical leadership in AI system architecture. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 15+ years, Master's degree with 13+ years, or PhD with 10+ years of industry experience, Experience developing high-performance AI framework software for GPUs or accelerators, Understanding of AI infrastructure and full AI software stack, Knowledge of LLM architectures and transformer-based models, Understanding of agentic AI architectures and workflows, Hands-on experience with PyTorch, Experience with vLLM for model inference and serving, Knowledge of memory wall challenges and AI system performance, Understanding of HBM and memory-centric compute architectures, Experience working in Linux environments, Proficiency with GitHub and Jira 📃 Skills: Python, PyTorch, vLLM, LLM, HBM, Linux, GitHub, Jira, GPU, Transformers, AI, ML 🏢 Description: Advancing the World's Technology Together 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. The team designs and develops scalable platforms that can effectively handle computational and memory requirements while minimizing energy consumption and maximizing performance. The role involves close collaboration with hardware and software engineers to address AI/ML workload challenges and explore new computing abstractions that balance hardware and software components. Location: Daily onsite presence at the San Jose, CA office in alignment with the Flexible Work policy. What You'll Do - Lead the co-design of software and hardware solutions that optimize AI model inference performance, with a focus on overcoming memory bottlenecks. - Analyze and optimize LLM and agentic AI workloads across the full software stack, identifying opportunities for hardware-aware acceleration. - Profile and characterize model execution to expose memory wall limitations and guide architectural decisions for HBM and memory-centric compute. - Collaborate with hardware teams to influence memory architecture, acceleration strategies, and compute placement based on real workload behavior. - Develop, optimize, and benchmark inference and serving solutions using frameworks such as PyTorch and vLLM. - Define best practices and provide technical mentorship across software–hardware co-design efforts. What You Bring - Bachelor's with 15+ years, or Master's with 13+ years, or PhD with 10+ years of industry experience. - Strong experience writing high-performance AI framework software development for GPUs or other accelerators. - Strong, end-to-end understanding of the AI infrastructure and AI software stack, from model definition through deployment and serving. - Solid understanding of LLM model architectures and workflows, including modern transformer-based designs. - Solid understanding of agentic AI architecture and workflows. - Hands-on expertise with the PyTorch framework. - Practical experience with vLLM for high-throughput model inference and serving. - Solid understanding of the memory wall problem and its impact on AI system performance. - Strong knowledge of memory architecture, including High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), and familiarity with memory-centric acceleration and compute approaches. - Proficiency working in a Linux development environment. - Solid command of development tooling, including agentic coding, GitHub and Jira. What We Offer - Competitive base pay range of $189,000—$301,000 USD. - Incentive opportunities based on individual and company performance. - Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) benefits. - 4+ weeks of paid time off, holidays, and sick leave. - Family support benefits including fertility care, adoption support, medical travel support, and virtual vet care. - Emotional wellness support with confidential therapy sessions and wellness apps. - Onsite café, gym, and virtual fitness classes. - Flexible work environment and charitable giving opportunities.

🏢 Summary: Staff Engineer role focused on memory systems architecture and in-field DRAM fault management for data center and AI/ML environments. The position involves analyzing large-scale telemetry data to identify failure modes, design RAS algorithms, and reduce system downtime through proactive memory fault mitigation. The role includes ECC design, failure analysis, and collaboration on industry standards for DRAM/HBM failure logging. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years / Master’s with 8+ years / PhD with 5+ years in hardware fault management or related field, Experience in hardware fault management, reliability, or data center fleet management, Knowledge of memory subsystems and platform RAS features, Experience with ECC design, verification, and reverse engineering, Understanding of CPU-to-memory address mapping, Experience modifying memory controller registers, Linux kernel commit experience, Understanding of DRAM and HBM failure modes 📃 Skills: DRAM, HBM, ECC, RAS, Linux, Telemetry, SoC, DIMM, OCP, AI, ML 🏢 Description: 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.Samsung Semiconductor is hiring now for a Staff Engineer, Memory Systems Architecture. The conventional DRAM failure analysis was physical electrical FA and physical FA. But, in the era of Data center, it is easier to track the field failure information. With this data set, Fault management team's role is finding DRAM failure mode, abnormality and failure rate projection. You will be part of an incubation team working on in-field telemetry intended to transform the Customer Quality Experience for Samsung memory products. Fault Management is the future of quality to minimize system downtime within AI/ML hardware deployments and workloads of the future. We analyze trends and patterns from enormous memory fleet telemetry to bucketize failures and perform virtual root-cause analysis. Telemetry analysis helps us design solutions to proactively avoid system downtime. We conduct research and develop both in-house and collaboratively in the industry with the opportunity to publish our findings through whitepapers and conferences. We are looking for innovative and passionate thinkers who can work in a start-up environment and are excited to shape the future of data centers around the world. Join us in our mission! What You'll Do Based on the knowledge of SOC controller and memory operation including RAS feature, find and recommends better solution to mitigate the field DRAM failure rate. Needs to communicate better ECC scheme to customers based on Samsung DRAM failure mode(DQ and burst) Interface with customers to establish the value add of enabling in-field fault management architecture Contribute to the standardization of DRAM/HBM failure logging in the OCP. Propose and develop platform RAS (Reliability Availability Serviceability) algorithms for memory fault management such as page offlining, hPPR and conduct POC with known failure DIMMs in the real server and application. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work Policy. Job ID: 42886 What You Bring Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years hardware fault management, reliability, data center fleet management experience or related technical field preferred. (Must) Knowledge of platform memory subsystem, platform RAS (Reliability Availability Serviceability) such as ECC, page offlining, hPPR and hardware sparing. ECC design and verification and reverse engineering experience. Understanding on the address mapping between CPU and memory. Memory controller register modification. Linux kernel commit experience. DRAM and HBM failure mode understanding. 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. #LI-MD1 What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$163,000—$253,000 USDEqual 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate's genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Lead research and architecture design for next-generation AI systems, focusing on rack-scale co-design of AI workloads, memory, interconnects, and high-performance RISC-V CPUs. The role drives system-level modeling, simulation, and micro-architecture innovation to eliminate memory and bandwidth bottlenecks in large-scale AI platforms. It combines deep technical leadership with hands-on architecture research and cross-functional collaboration. 🗂️ Requirements: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, 10+ years in system-level architecture research or large-scale computing platform design, Expertise in AI workload-focused system architecture design, Strong experience in performance modeling and event-driven simulation, Deep knowledge of RISC-V, ARM, or x86 CPU architectures, Experience designing out-of-order CPU micro-architectures, Proficiency in transaction-level modeling (TLM), Experience with large-scale design-space exploration and PPA analysis, Hands-on programming experience in Python and C++, Ability to lead technical research teams and define architecture roadmaps 📃 Skills: RISC-V, ARM, x86, TLM, Python, C++, PPA, Simulation, Modeling, Microarchitecture 🏢 Description: 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 Lead cutting‑edge research on next‑generation AI system architectures. The role is responsible for end‑to‑end co‑design of AI workloads, system‑level modeling, hardware platforms, and high‑performance processors that leverage Samsung's advanced memory technologies to eliminate capacity, bandwidth, and large‑scale communication bottlenecks. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose Headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy AI System Architecture Leadership Define system‑level architectures that solve memory‑capacity, bandwidth, and interconnect challenges for large AI workloads (e.g., large language models, recommendation systems). Build and maintain analytical and event‑driven simulation frameworks for compute‑memory‑network performance at rack scale. Conduct design‑space exploration and quantitative trade‑off studies (performance, power, cost) to guide architecture decisions. Partner with SAIT HQ teams to align modeling insights with real‑world AI system implementations. RISC‑V CPU Architecture Leadership Architect high‑performance, out‑of‑order RISC‑V CPU cores that serve as host processors for AI computing systems. Drive IPC‑focused feature path‑finding; lead micro‑architecture research through performance‑model simulation and workload analysis. Produce detailed micro‑architecture specifications and guide cache/memory hierarchy design for optimal AI workload execution. Research & Innovation Management Lead a multidisciplinary research team, set technical roadmaps, and ensure delivery of high‑impact publications. Present architectural insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and external partners. What You Bring Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 10+years in system‑level architecture research or large‑scale computing platform design, with a strong focus on AI workloads. Technical Expertise: Performance modeling, event‑driven simulation, and quantitative analysis of compute‑memory‑interconnect systems. Deep knowledge of modern CPU/accelerator architectures (RISC‑V, ARM, x86) and heterogeneous integration. Proven ability to design rack‑scale AI system architectures that address memory, bandwidth, and interconnect constraints. Proficiency with transaction‑level modeling (TLM) and event‑driven simulation for compute‑memory‑network co‑design. Experience in large‑scale design‑space exploration and PPA (performance, power, area/cost) trade‑off analysis. Expertise in architecture and micro‑architecture design of out‑of‑order CPUs. Hands‑on experience with simulation tools and programming languages such as Python and C++. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; proven ability to deliver technical presentations to senior stakeholders. Preferred Experience Proven track record of publishing high‑impact research papers. Experience influencing product roadmaps through architectural recommendations. Strong collaborative history with cross‑functional teams (hardware, software, memory technology). 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 #LI-SF1 What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$246,000—$430,000 USDEqual 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. Our Commitment to Innovation and Fairness At Samsung Semiconductor, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process to enhance efficiency. However, AI is used as a support tool, not a final decision-maker. All hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure every candidate is evaluated fairly and holistically. 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we ask that candidates rely on their own knowledge and skills throughout the process. AI tools may be used for basic preparation, grammar, and research, but should not be used to generate or assist with submitted content or live interview responses. If we determine that AI is being used outside these guidelines, we reserve the right to pause or end the interview, and your candidacy may be disqualified. Trade Secret Notice By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Senior sales leadership role responsible for driving strategic engagement and revenue growth with a Tier 1 cloud service provider, focusing on DRAM and NAND semiconductor solutions. The position leads account strategy, customer relationships, negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to secure design wins and achieve revenue targets. This role also manages and mentors a high-performing sales team while aligning forecasts and market strategy. 🗂️ Requirements: BS/BA degree, 10+ years semiconductor sales experience or related technical field, Sales leadership experience, Tier 1 customer account management experience, Experience selling DRAM and/or NAND products, Experience with hyperscale and data center customers 📃 Skills: DRAM, NAND, Semiconductors, Silicon, Sales, Forecasting, Negotiation, DataCenters, Cloud 🏢 Description: 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 There hasn't been a better time to join Samsung, come lead our sales engagement with one of the leading Cloud Service Providers and take the relationship to the next level. The world's largest cloud service providers are setting the pace for the infrastructure innovation required to empower AI and Memory. In this role you will be at the forefront of continued growth for Samsung and leading our sales efforts with one of our largest customers. Provide the vital leadership, support, and mentorship to ensure that the account sales strategy is aligned with the business direction and supports the accomplishment of the overall company objectives. Focus on continuous improvement on the customer experience and build deeper relationship with key stakeholders. Collaborate with key decision makers at customer to secure design wins and qualification slots on new programs for DRAM and NAND-based products. Create and align sales forecast, delivering monthly revenue goals. Conduct face-to-face customer management meetings to provide support, address issues, communicate updates, and build strong relationships. Negotiate quarterly business awards including pricing and supply support. Support sales opportunities by providing product information, roadmap updates, product samples, and price quotations. Maintain awareness of and communicate internally to sales and marketing teams regarding major market trends, customer strategies, and competitive activity. International business travel to support customer meetings as needed. Communicate and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to resolve business issues, plan account strategies, product alignment and achieve revenue goals. Lead a team of high performing sales leaders and team members and ensure they have clarity of purpose and ownership. Reports to: SVP, Sales What you Bring BS/BA degree. MS degree or comparable engineering degree a plus. 10+ years sales experience in semiconductor industry or related technical field. Sales Leadership and Tier 1 Customer Account Management Experience. Sales Experience with DRAM/NAND and or related silicon sales experience selling into Tier 1 accounts. Sale Experience with Tier 1 Hyperscale and Data Center Customers. #LI-KS1 What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$188,000—$300,000 USDEqual 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. Our Commitment to Innovation and Fairness At Samsung Semiconductor, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process to enhance efficiency. However, AI is used as a support tool, not a final decision-maker. All hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure every candidate is evaluated fairly and holistically. 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we ask that candidates rely on their own knowledge and skills throughout the process. AI tools may be used for basic preparation, grammar, and research, but should not be used to generate or assist with submitted content or live interview responses. If we determine that AI is being used outside these guidelines, we reserve the right to pause or end the interview, and your candidacy may be disqualified. Trade Secret Notice By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/

🏢 Summary: Senior engineer role focused on leading and architecting functional test coverage and methodologies for NVMe enterprise SSDs, executing customer qualifications, and debugging system-level issues in enterprise server environments. The position involves hands-on testing, failure analysis, automation improvement, and close collaboration with internal and customer teams to ensure high-performance storage solutions meet enterprise standards. 🗂️ Requirements: BS in Computer Science or related field with 10+ years of system-level testing or enterprise server/storage development experience (or MS with 8+ years), Experience with enterprise servers and enterprise storage systems, Experience with at least one storage protocol: NVMe, PCIe, SAS, SATA, or Fibre Channel, Experience using protocol analyzers for system or device-level performance analysis, Proficiency with server operating systems and system debug tools, Experience with storage test tools, performance benchmarks, IO stress tools, and bug management tools, Scripting experience in Perl, Shell, or Python, Experience with SSD or HDD testing, Experience executing enterprise SSD qualifications in customer systems 📃 Skills: NVMe, PCIe, SAS, SATA, FibreChannel, LeCroy, SerialTek, Xgig, Perl, Shell, Python, SSD, HDD, Linux, Benchmarking, IO, Automation 🏢 Description: 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.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. At the Technology Enabling Development Lab (TED), our core development focus is the host interface firmware layer that sits in the intersection of system software and flash management firmware. This key host interface firmware technology drives Samsung's breakthrough V-NAND technology and enables our customers to power performance-oriented, demanding, enterprise-class applications ranging from hyper-scale data centers, to big data processing, to software defined virtualized storage arrays and infrastructures. We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, experienced engineer to architect and lead functional test coverage and test methodologies for NVMe SSDs. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy. What You'll Do Manage Enterprise server infrastructure, execute Customer Qual tests and debug failures Execution of enterprise SSD qualifications in customer systems. Communicate with team lead to understand qualification processes and test plans. Report status of qualifications and manage customer expectations. Coordinate with internal team and customer test engineers to execute qual plans as per schedule. Teams will be both local and remote. Triage test failures and do a first level FA. Design and execute experiments to root cause defects and verify fixes in coordination with development teams. Provide feedback to functional test teams on issues seen in customer quals to better functional test coverage. Contribute in Triaging customer field issues and provide support for timely resolution of customer issues. Identify automation opportunities and help Automation team to continue to improve and add to the existing framework. What You Bring BS in Computer Science or related technical field with 10+ years of system level testing or development of enterprise servers and enterprise storage systems experience or MS with 8+ years preferred. Experience with at least storage protocol like NVMe/PCIe, SAS, SATA, Fibre Channel Familiar with one of protocol analyzers like LeCroy, SerialTek, or Xgig System or device level performance analysis Proficiency in server operating systems especially system debug tools such as system logs. Knowledge of enterprise storage/server system technologies. Expertise in storage test tools such as performance benchmarks, IO stress tools, protocol certifications, Test execution and bug management tools. Scripting experience such as in Perl, Shell or Python Experience with SSD or HDD testing NetApp/HPE/Dell/IBM System Experience 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. #LI-VL1 What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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$163,000—$253,000 USDEqual 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. Applicant AI Use Policy At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate's genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. Applicant Privacy Policyhttps://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/