Principal Engineer, SOC Design

Samsung-Semiconductor; San Jose (CA); In loco; USD 219.000 - 351.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

4+ weeks paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision/401k

Fertility/adoption support

Emotional wellness programs

Onsite café and gym

Descrizione del lavoro

Samsung Semiconductor is hiring a Principal Engineer, SOC Design to lead architectural and RTL development for next-gen memory-focused SoCs. You will drive micro-architecture, integrate third-party IPs like ARM cores and DDR controllers, and collaborate with architects and verification engineers to ensure robust designs.

You will work with physical design on timing, synthesis, DFT, and STA, shaping product roadmaps for memory and storage solutions in a collaborative, innovation-driven

Competenze

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical or Computer Science with significant industry experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Hands-on ASIC design flow from design to tape out.

Mansioni

• Participate in architectural definitions and micro-architecture of subsystems.
• Lead top-level integration and RTL implementation with quality checks.
• Review third-party IPs including ARM cores and DDR controllers.
• Integrate IPs and subsystems at top level with verification teams.
• Collaborate with physical designers on timing, synthesis, and STA.

Conoscenze

ASIC design flow

AMBA bus fabric

UCIe IPs

DDR controller

RTL design

Timing analysis

Synthesis

DFT/PI/PD interfacing

Formazione

Bachelors in Electrical/Computer Science or related

Masters in Electrical/Computer Science or related

PhD in Electrical/Computer Science or related

Strumenti

AMBA bus fabric

UCIe

DDR controllers

Descrizione del lavoro

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

TheDRAM 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: 43022

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 3 rd 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 3 rd 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.

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What We Offer

• Pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and 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, caregiver support, and medical travel support.
• 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 USD

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The application deadline for this role is December 2, 2026