Staff Engineer, Compiler

Samsung Electronics

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Remote, USA · Austin, TX Posted 85 days ago $151,000–$226,600 / year

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TL;DR

As a Staff Engineer on the Samsung Software Team for Xclipse GPU, you will leverage your expertise in C/C++/Python to design and implement features for compilers targeting Samsung’s GPU architecture from OpenGL-ES and OpenCL applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities include applying best practices with git, gerrit, and continuous integration tools, debugging compiler failures and performance issues using specialized tools, and collaborating closely with the driver team to optimize compilation strategies. You will also mentor junior engineers, document senior-level technical information, and communicate effectively across cross-functional global teams. This role requires a deep understanding of register allocation, instruction scheduling, and graphics-specific optimizations, as well as experience in object-oriented design and problem-solving. The System Software team focuses on cutting-edge graphics hardware and drivers to deliver exceptional mobile gaming experiences, working closely with game engine providers to innovate and redefine the industry standards.

Skills

C C++ Python git gerrit continuous integration OpenGL-ES OpenCL JIRA Confluence Wiki Chat Email

What you'll do

Design and implement features for compilers targeting Samsung GPU architecture.
Debug compiler failures and performance issues using specialized tools.
Integrate compiler into driver infrastructure to optimize compilation strategies.
Mentor junior engineers and interns on software development best practices.
Provide senior-level documentation and communication using project management tools.

What we're looking for

6+ years of experience in software engineering with C/C++/Python.
Advanced knowledge in compiler development for GPU architecture.
Expertise in register allocation and graphics-specific optimizations.
Experience in object-oriented design and component-based systems.
Strong problem-solving skills for complex technical issues.
Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Market check

Salary context

This $151,000–$226,600 range sits above 50% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$138,250–$237,475

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$165,000–$214,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Samsung Electronics

Samsung Electronics is a South Korean multinational corporation and a global leader in technology, specializing in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and home appliances.

Samsung Electronics currently has 32 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $175,000–$208,400 across 29 roles with salary data.

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