Rambus · 3 months ago
Tech Dir Research Science
US-CA-San Jose
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$169K/yr - $314K/yr
10+ years expRambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional Memory Architect, Technical Director to join Rambus Labs in San Jose, California. In this role, you will be responsible for researching and architecting memory subsystems for data centers and AI/ML applications, while collaborating with senior research team members to define the roadmap for corporate investment in memory architecture.
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Responsibilities
Research, architect, and analyze/model innovative memory device and memory system architectures that address performance and power challenges faced by the enterprise/datacenter and AI markets
Track key industry and technology trends, develop technology roadmaps that help guide our future research initiatives
Propose new memory products and features, and work with the appropriate product groups to prototype and commercialize
Lead/participate in critical initiatives within Rambus Labs
Develop intellectual property and file patents where appropriate
Attend relevant technical and industry conferences, publish/present relevant work
Engage with partners and potential customers to understand market needs and industry trends
Qualification
Required
PhD with 10+ years of experience. Advanced degrees are preferred
OR BSEE/MS or similar technical degree with 15+ years of industry experience
Experience with DRAM-based memory system architectures with a track record of developing innovative solutions is required
Knowledge of memory standards (DDRx, LPDDRx, LRDIMM, etc.) is required
Knowledge of server architectures and their memory systems is required
Knowledge of memory controller architecture and functionality is required
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
Preferred
Experience with performance modeling/analysis of memory subsystems is strongly desired
Familiarity with current data center system configurations, applications, and performance limitations is strongly desired
A track record of developing intellectual property is strongly desired
Knowledge of emerging memories (RRAM, MRAM, PCM) is a desired
Knowledge of serial link protocols (PCIe, SATA etc.) is desired
Knowledge of server software architectures (MMU, VM, Operating Systems, Firmware, etc.) in the memory system domain is desired
Benefits
Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program and gym membership
Company
Rambus
Rambus designs, develops and licenses chip interface technologies and architectures that are used in digital electronics products.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$288.57M2023-07-20Acquired
2011-06-07Post Ipo Equity· $88.57M
2010-02-02Post Ipo Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
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CEO
Sean Fan
Chief Operating Officer
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