Position Summary

Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy – the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices (mobile, automotive, and other custom market segments) consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us!

Role and Responsibilities

• Devise strategies and maximize product benefits in terms of Power, Performance, Area (PPA), Silicon Reliability, and design Turn-Around-Time (TAT).
• Guide development of latest semiconductor technology nodes for optimized for GPU/CPU designs to meet product goals.
• Explore and apply novel methodology for placement and routing to allow best power reduction for the designs.
• Own all stages of block delivery starting from RTL clean-up, Synthesis, Placement, Clock tree generation, Routing and Physical verification.
• Enable and use machine learning (ML) artificial intelligence tools to choose best standard cells and flow knobs and optimize them for the best solution.
• Drive DTCO/TE (Design Technology Cooptimization/Technology Enablement) activities to improve PPA, Silicon Reliability, and design TAT.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to unlock technology potential and achieve business success.
• Perform Advanced Methodology development, ranging from Physical Design (P&R), transistor level/circuit Layout, Signoff, Electrical/Physical Verification up to DFM.
• Coordinate with global design methodology teams and directly drive global R&D teams from various EDA vendors.

Skills and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or in a closely related field plus two (2) years of experience in a related engineering occupation performing each of the following: Fusion compiler, Synopsys Primetime Tool Suite, TCL programming; data analysis using excel or JMP or any other equivalent tool; industry-standard timing signoff methodologies.

Total Rewards

At Samsung – SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $156,355.09 - $186,000.00. Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Samsung employees have access to benefits including: 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, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

Additionally, this role might be eligible to participate in long term incentive plan and relocation.

U.S. Export Control

This position requires the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions.  Applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you [applicant] agree[s] not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity.

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