Staff Engineer, Design Verification

Samsungsemiconductor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4+ weeks of paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k

Charitable giving match

Fitness facilities

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor is looking for a verification engineer to join our AGI Computing Lab in San Jose, CA. You will develop verification infrastructure and lead testing for our AI accelerators. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in SoC or IP verification, strong UVM and debugging skills, and a solid background in microarchitecture.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers. We offer a competitive salary along with substantial benefits including paid time off, wellness programs, and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience for Bachelor's or 8+ years for Master's or 5+ years for PhD.
• Strong background in SoC or IP verification and test bench development.
• Experience with verification from complex IP blocks to full system testing.
• Understanding of RTL and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Develop the verification infrastructure and automation environment.
• Lead verification for IP blocks working with architects.
• Define verification scope and test plans for validation.
• Mentor junior engineers when necessary.
• Work cross-functionally to debug failures.

Skills

SoC or IP verification

Test bench development using UVM

C/C++

Scripting languages (Perl/Python)

Debugging skills

Microarchitecture knowledge

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field

Tools

System Verilog

FPGA and emulation platforms

Job description

The AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) Computing Lab is dedicated to solving the complex system‑level challenges posed by the growing demands of future AI/ML workloads. Our team is committed to designing and developing scalable platforms that can effectively handle the computational and memory requirements of these workloads while minimizing energy consumption and maximizing performance. To achieve this goal, we collaborate closely with both hardware and software engineers to identify and address the unique challenges posed by AI/ML workloads and to explore new computing abstractions that can provide a better balance between the hardware and software components of our systems. Additionally, we continuously conduct research and development in emerging technologies and trends across memory, computing, interconnect, and AI/ML, ensuring that our platforms are always equipped to handle the most demanding workloads of the future. By working together as a dedicated and passionate team, we aim to revolutionize the way AI/ML applications are deployed and executed, ultimately contributing to the advancement of AGI in an affordable and sustainable manner. Join us in our passion to shape the future of computing!

Location

Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office / U.S. headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

What You’ll Do

• Develop the verification infrastructure and automation environment involved in build, simulation, regression and triage.
• Lead the verification for IP blocks of an AI accelerator by working with architects and RTL engineers.
• Create direct or random testbench, define verification scope and test plans for both functional and performance validation, close the verification quality metrics.
• Provide comprehensive documentation of verification strategy and ensure test environment is easy to use.
• Mentor junior engineers when necessary.
• Work cross‑functionally in debugging failures with design, compiler and simulation engineers.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s with 10+ years, or Master’s with 8+ years, or PhD's with 5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong background in SoC or IP verification and test bench development using UVM, System Verilog, C/C++ and scripting languages such as Perl/Python.
• Experience verifying at multiple levels of logic from scratch, starting from complex IP blocks to dies to SoCs to full system testing.
• Understanding RTL and strong overall debugging skills.
• Prior experience with computational logic, interconnect networks and/or memory system is desirable.
• Strong background in microarchitecture and computer architecture preferably in the area of AI accelerators.
• Knowledge of FPGA and emulation platforms preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of 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.

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What We Offer

Pay range below is for all roles at this level across all U.S. 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, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.

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: $163,000 — $253,000 USD

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