Senior Staff Engineer, Embedded Firmware

Samsung Semiconductor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a firmware developer, where you will create cutting-edge solutions for embedded memory technologies. This role involves designing high-performance firmware, analyzing requirements, and optimizing software for innovative memory solutions. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee wellness, this organization fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. You'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive pay, and generous benefits including ample paid time off and wellness support. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

4+ weeks paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401k plan

Charitable giving match

Onsite gym

Flexible work environment

Paid therapy sessions

Support for family care

Virtual fitness classes

Café on site

Qualifications

• 10+ years in embedded firmware development or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in C++14 and experience with SystemC modeling is essential.
• Strong analytical skills to develop efficient solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product requirements and write Software Requirement Specifications.
• Design software architecture and document in High-Level Design documents.
• Optimize performance-critical software parts and perform unit testing.

Skills

C++14

C++17

SystemC modeling

ARM CPU programming

Trace32 hardware debugging

Git

Google Test

Google Mock

Linux OS

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Intel VTune Amplifier

GitLab

GitHub

Bitbucket

Confluence

Jira

Job 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.

Develop cutting-edge firmware for embedded memory technologies, including CXL and SoC-based future memory solutions. Design and deliver high-performance, reliable, and resource-optimized firmware that unlocks the full potential of these innovative memory technologies. Implement SystemC models for hardware IPs on the Synopsys VDK virtual platform. Develop firmware on a virtual platform.

Location: Onsite at our San Jose office 5 days a week

Reports to: Senior Principal Manager

What You’ll Do

• Analyze product requirements to derive software requirements and write a Software Requirement Specification (SRS) document.
• Provide feedback on hardware operation to ensure that software requirements are met.
• Design the overall software architecture based on the derived software requirements and document it in a High-Level Design (HLD) document. Place software layers and modules, describe their roles, and establish algorithms and behavior policies for each layer and module. Write a Detailed Level Design (DLD) document that outlines the design details of each layer and module.
• Implement software based on software design and perform unit testing to verify its correctness.
• Test software based on the requirement analysis and design.
• Analyze defects found during integration testing, system testing, or customer evaluation phases; improve them by refactoring codes.
• Profile performance bottlenecks using profiling tools like Intel VTune Amplifier; optimize performance-critical parts.
• Review documents or source code written by others to improve their quality and share information.

What You Bring

• Bachelors with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ years or PhD 5+ years in embedded firmware development or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in C++14 is mandatory, and knowledge of C++17 is also required.
• Experience with SystemC modeling of hardware IPs for Synopsys VDK is preferred.
• Ability to write C/C++ code for ARM CPU without an operating system.
• Familiarity with Trace32 hardware debugger and scripts to identify and resolve code issues.
• Proficiency in Git at Linux, Gitlab, GitHub, Bitbucket.
• Knowledge of unit test implementation using Google Test and Google Mock.
• Understanding of software development processes and deliverables.
• Familiarity with Linux OS (Ubuntu) and kernel code.
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Confluence and Jira to work with team members and manage projects.
• Strong analytical skills to identify complex problems and develop efficient solutions.

What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. 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 an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid 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 $157,000 — $243,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

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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.

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