Samsung Electronics · 21 hours ago
Lead Micro-Architect, Memory Controller
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$222K/yr - $365K/yr
16+ years expSamsung Electronics, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Memory Controller Micro-Architect to lead the design and development of their advanced memory controllers. This role involves ownership of the memory-controller micro-architecture, optimizing performance and power, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in memory technology.
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Responsibilities
You will assume ownership and exert significant influence over the entire memory-controller micro-architecture, including RTL design and performance/power optimization
You will translate innovative concepts into cutting-edge, next-generation memory technologies that drive Samsung's leadership in the field
You are the domain expert in technical areas with strong engineering foundation and RTL design experience, driving micro-architecture, RTL design, debug, and timing closure for custom memory controllers
You're passionate about microarchitecture development, from high-level exploration to delivering high-quality RTL on schedule, meeting performance, power, and area (PPA) goals
You ensure design quality through LINT, CDC, ECO flows, power analysis, and other methodologies
You collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design functionality, achieve PPA goals, and resolve implementation challenges in a fast-paced environment
You take ownership of deliverables by adhering to JEDEC standards, collaborating on SOC IP delivery, and applying knowledge of DDR PHY to ensure timely and accurate results
Qualification
Required
20+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 18+ years of experience with a Master's Degree, or 16+ years of experience with a PhD
Proven experience in memory controller micro-architecture and RTL design, owning all sub-blocks of custom memory controller designs
Deep expertise in multiple memory technologies, such as LPDDR4/5/6, PIM, DDR, GDDR, and HBM
Strong knowledge of JEDEC memory standards and working knowledge of DDR PHY
Demonstrated success in driving architecture through RTL design for high-performance digital systems
Strong expertise in Verilog and ASIC design flow, including RTL design, verification, synthesis, timing analysis, and ECO
Proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python) to support design and automation
Strong communication and collaboration skills; Ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global team environment
Self-driven, curious, and passionate about logic design and innovation
Preferred
Familiarity with interface protocols (AMBA, AXI, ACE)
Knowledge of AES, ECC, and RAS features
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k)
Free onsite lunch
Employee purchase program
Tuition assistance (after 6 months)
Paid time off
Student loan program
Wellness incentives
MBO bonus compensation
Long term incentive plan
Relocation
Company
Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics is a technology company that engages in consumer electronics, IT and mobile communications, and device solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$4.75BKey Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2024-04-15Grant· $4.75B
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1975-06-11IPO
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Boo-Keun Yoon
President & CEO
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