Senior Staff Engineer, SOC Architect and Hardware Engineering

Samsung Semiconductor

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $189,000–$301,000 / yr
Posted: today

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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Staff Engineer, SOC Architect and Hardware Engineering

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As a Senior Staff Engineer in the SOC Architect and Hardware Engineering team, you will serve as a key technical leader responsible for translating client requirements into an optimal SoC blueprint that meets aggressive PPA targets. Your day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing customer needs to define functional, performance, and power requirements, designing top-level SoC architecture including CPU/GPU cores and memory subsystems, evaluating architectural trade-offs using C/C++ and SystemC, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation. You will need a deep understanding of custom SoC development, expertise in on-chip interconnects like AMBA AXI/CHI, proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Perl, and strong problem-solving skills to resolve complex technical issues. This role is crucial for driving innovative solutions in the high-scale semiconductor industry, focusing on cutting-edge applications in mobile devices, edge computing, data centers, and physical AI.

Skills

Python Perl C/C++ SystemC AMBA AXI/CHI PCIe ESUN UALink Power Management RTL Design SoC Design Flow Implementation & Verification Computer Architecture Custom ASIC/SoC Projects High-Speed Interface Protocols Design for Debug/Test/Excellence

What you'll do

Define and analyze customer requirements to create optimal SoC blueprints.
Design top-level SoC architecture, including CPU/GPU cores, memory subsystems, and high-speed I/O interfaces.
Evaluate architectural trade-offs using performance and power modeling tools (e.g., C/C++, SystemC).
Provide technical guidance on IP selection, integration, and system optimization for DFx strategy.
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure accurate translation of architectural specifications into design phases.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
Deep understanding and expertise in SoC Architecture, including CPU/GPU/NPU cores, memory subsystems, interconnects, and high-speed I/O interfaces.
Expert knowledge in on-chip interconnects (e.g., AMBA AXI/CHI) and High-Speed Interface protocols.
Comprehensive experience with Power Management techniques and SoC-level Clock, Reset, and Power Domain architecture.
Strong problem-solving skills to independently resolve complex technical issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Perl for performance modeling and validation.

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