AI System Engineer

SK hynix America; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost

Paid time off: PTO + Company Holidays + Happy Fridays

Paid Parental Leave Program

401(k) Matching

Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year

Free Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner provided

Job summary

SK hynix America is seeking an AI System Engineer in San Jose, CA, to join our AI Memory Solution team. The role involves designing next-generation memory solutions, optimizing hardware architecture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering or an MS with significant experience in hardware design and digital systems. The compensation ranges from $155,000 to $215,000 per year, plus benefits such as top-tier health insurance and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering or MS with 4+ years of experience in hardware design.
• Expertise in digital design, including RTL logic design and timing closure.
• Strong knowledge in AI software optimization techniques for CPU, GPU, and NPU.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next-generation memory solution architecture and hardware prototypes.
• Collaborate with system software engineers for HW/SW co-optimization.
• Deliver memory subsystem designs, including microarchitecture specification and verification.

Skills

Digital design expertise

FPGA development

AI software optimization

Collaboration and communication

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering

MS with 4+ years experience in hardware design

Tools

FPGA development environments

Job description

Job Title: AI System Engineer

Office Location: San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Model: Onsite

At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. We are a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, driving the evolution of mobile technology, cloud computing, and future technologies. Our cutting‑edge memory technologies are essential in today’s most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.

Job Summary

• We are seeking passionate, self‑motivated, and creative engineers to join our AI Memory Solution team, covering AI HW/SW co‑design research, system modeling, and performance analysis of next‑generation AI memory and storage system architecture. We are responsible for delivering cutting‑edge, custom SoC/memory interface design for memory and storage applications that can perform complex, high‑performance, and low‑power computation most efficiently.
• As an AI system engineer with a focus on solution hardware development, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing hardware architecture for our next‑generation AI memory solutions. You will work closely with our system software and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of our energy‑efficient AI computing platform.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next‑generation memory solution architecture and hardware prototypes for energy‑efficient AI/ML computing infrastructure.
• Responsible for logic design/Register‑Transfer Level (RTL) entry, design quality (LINT, CDC, RDC, power, etc.), and timing closure of high‑performance digital Intellectual Property (IP).
• Collaborate with system software engineers to ensure HW/SW co‑optimization.
• Deliver memory subsystem and IP designs, including microarchitecture specification, RTL logic design, verification, and FPGA prototypes.
• Develop and maintain hardware specifications, technical documentation, and test plans.
• Participate in technical discussions and provide input on hardware system design and architecture with industry ecosystem partners.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and emerging technologies in AI, memory systems, and hardware architecture.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering or MS with 4+ years of experience in hardware design, focusing on SoCs and memory subsystems.
• Proven track record of expertise in digital design, including microarchitecture specification development, system modeling, RTL logic design, synthesis, timing closure, and power‑performance‑area (PPA) analysis.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with FPGA development environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with memory and interface technologies such as DRAM, HBM, NVMe, CXL, and PCIe is a plus.
• Strong knowledge in AI software optimization techniques for CPU, GPU, and NPU architectures is a big plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $155,000 - $215,000 USD

• Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
• Paid day offs: PTO + Company Holidays + Happy Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
• Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
• Free Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner provided to employees

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SK hynix America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.