Memory Subsystem Architect: DDR6/HBM & High-Speed PHY

Rambus.com; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 334,000; Full time

Job summary

Rambus is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer in San Jose, CA, to lead memory subsystem architecture for next-generation DRAM solutions. You will drive DDR5/6, LPDDR5/6, and HBM architectures, collaborate with ASIC/PHY teams, and guide design verification and interoperability efforts.

The role reports to the VP of Engineering within the Memory Interface Division, and Rambus emphasizes hybrid work with onsite emphasis and remote options.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 12+ years in semiconductor, ASIC, memory, or high-speed interface development.
• Experience leading complex technical projects and influencing architectural decisions.
• Ability to present to engineering leadership and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and development of memory subsystem solutions.
• Drive decisions on memory interfaces, PHY, signal & power integrity, and system integration.
• Define subsystem requirements and translate system needs into architecture/design specs.
• Provide technical leadership across ASIC, PHY, firmware, validation, and platform teams.
• Develop expertise-driven memory solutions including DDR4/5/6, LPDDR4/5/6, HBM3/4/5 DRAM.
• Lead bring-up, debugging, characterization, and performance optimization.

Skills

System Architecture

Memory Expertise DDR5/6

High-Speed PHY Design

Tx/Rx Architectures

DFE/CTLE

Digital Verification

Executive Presentations

Education

Master's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Rambus is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer in San Jose, CA, to lead memory subsystem architecture for next-generation DRAM solutions. You will drive DDR5/6, LPDDR5/6, and HBM architectures, collaborate with ASIC/PHY teams, and guide design verification and interoperability efforts.

The role reports to the VP of Engineering within the Memory Interface Division, and Rambus emphasizes hybrid work with onsite emphasis and remote options.