Senior Engineer, DRAM Applications

Socket.dev; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Access to wellness apps and gym

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. is hiring a DRAM application engineer to join the application engineering team in San Jose, CA. This role involves providing technical support, troubleshooting memory issues, and collaborating with internal R&D teams on product development.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in signal integrity, experience with DRAM products, and familiarity with lab equipment. Samsung offers competitive pay, flexible working conditions, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an engineering role or a Master's Degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with DRAM memory products and background in SI/PI.
• Leadership skills for driving test plans and debug activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshoot memory system issues.
• Evaluate and validate memory-related features on server CPUs.
• Develop and publish updates on resolutions.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Signal Integrity/Power Integrity

Unix/Linux Operating System

Lab equipment expertise

Test automation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer Science or related Physical Science

Tools

Digital multimeter

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

What You’ll Do

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. is looking for a DRAM application engineer to join our application engineering (AE) team in San Jose, CA. The engineer will provide technical support, troubleshoot urgent problems, detect potential issues early in product development, and coordinate with internal R&D teams. The role offers hands‑on experience with Samsung memory products, signal integrity (SI) and timing analysis measurements, and opportunities to develop and publish resolution updates.

• Partner effectively with key customers on memory validation and technical troubleshooting to diagnose root cause of system memory failures.
• Evaluate and validate memory‑related RAS features on next‑generation server CPUs.
• Proactively create experiments and tooling to detect and diagnose memory health issues.
• Perform DRAM SI/PI and timing analysis measurements.
• Develop and publish updates on resolutions and communicate findings internally.
• Drive discussions with external and internal teams on test specifications and methodologies to continuously improve test quality.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

Job ID: 42938

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer Science or related Physical Science with 5+ years of experience or Master’s Degree with 3+ years of experience (industry experience preferred).
• Familiar with Unix/Linux Operating System and scripting languages.
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment (digital multimeter, oscilloscope, power supply, logic analyzer, etc.).
• Experience with DRAM memory products.
• Background in Signal Integrity/Power Integrity (SI/PI) and timing measurements.
• Familiar with modern server architectures and components (CPU, Memory, Networking, PCIe).
• Expertise in lab setup, maintenance, and precision PCB/component rework.
• Experience with test automation and data analysis.
• Knowledge in changing system configurations and measuring impact.
• Leadership skills for driving test plans and debug activities.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative mindset.

What We Offer

• Base Pay Range: $138,000 – $206,000 USD.
• Incentive opportunities tied to individual and company performance.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and inclusive rewards plan.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Support for fertility care, adoption, medical travel, and virtual pet care.
• Access to on‑demand wellness apps, confidential therapy sessions, onsite gym, and virtual fitness classes.
• Flexible work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

Accommodations

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.

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