Director, Design Verification

Samsung Semiconductor

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$219,000–$351,000 / yr
Posted
121 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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Similar $219k
This role $285k
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About Samsung Semiconductor

Samsung Semiconductor is the global semiconductor business unit of Samsung Electronics, designing and manufacturing memory chips, logic semiconductors, and foundry solutions for a broad range of applications.

Samsung Semiconductor currently has 49 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Director, Design Verification

As Director, Design Verification, you will join the SOC team within the DRAM Development Lab to drive the end-to-end verification of SoCs and ensure first-pass silicon success. You will lead a high-performing team of engineers to define and implement SoC verification strategies, manage resources across multiple concurrent projects, and oversee verification signoffs. Your daily work involves collaborating with Architecture, Design, Firmware, and Validation partners to align on requirements while providing critical support for post-silicon bring up and debug. The role requires expert-level proficiency in UVM, C++, and SystemVerilog, along with deep knowledge of verification flows and tools. You will solve complex technical challenges related to memory and storage capabilities, specifically focusing on silicon solutions like Custom HBM base dies and AI accelerators to support machine learning applications and data analytics.

What you'll do

  • Manage the end-to-end verification of SoCs to ensure first-pass silicon success.
  • Define and implement SoC verification strategies and methodologies.
  • Lead a team of engineers through successful verification signoffs.
  • Plan and manage resources across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Define and enhance development milestones and flows for SoC projects.
  • Align with Architecture, Design, Firmware, and Validation teams on requirements and targets.
  • Provide technical support for post-silicon bring up and debugging.

What we're looking for

  • BE in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required, with an MS preferred.
  • 15+ years of working experience in ASIC verification is preferred.
  • Several years of proven leadership in verification team management are required.
  • Experience in multiple successful tape-outs is required.
  • Expert level knowledge and experience in UVM, C++, and SystemVerilog are required.
  • Expert level knowledge in verification flows and tools is required.
  • Ability to manage complex project schedules, resource allocations, and risk mitigations is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

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