This role pays more than
82%
of similar roles. Most pay
$186,025–$259,650
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$285k
versus about
$223k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
33 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$163,000–$253,000
across 33 roles with salary data.
Principal Engineer, Architecture & Performance Research for Data Center and Agentic AI CPU joins the Architecture Research Lab to develop next-generation RISC-V microarchitecture and performance for emerging computing workloads. This role involves defining architectural visions for agentic AI and memory-centric architectures while translating workload characterization into long-term design requirements. You will perform end-to-end performance analysis using architectural simulators and RTL, manage the transition from research to silicon validation, and mentor senior engineers. Key technical requirements include expertise in front-end, mid-end, or back-end microarchitectural domains, proficiency in C/C++ and Python for tool development, and experience with gem5. The role addresses the challenge of evolving CPU architecture to meet performance and efficiency demands in data center environments through AI-driven methodologies, focusing on core innovation, portfolio expansion, and technical contributions leading to patents or publications.