Senior Engineer, CPU Architecture - Samsung Semiconductor
San Jose, CA
About the Job
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We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We're dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we're building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.
What You'll Do
The APL (Advanced Processor Lab) is one of the research labs of SAIT (Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology) which is Samsung's R&D hub, established as the incubator for cutting-edge technologies. SAIT's mission has covered various research areas from AI applications/algorithms research, neuromorphic processor, domain-specific accelerators to new materials, quantum computing, and super computer system.
APL is committed to shaping the future of CPU processor and SoC architecture for the most demanding applications of the future like AI and HPC. We are building the foundation of processors and the related platform which are applied to various business targets of Samsung in the future. For more practical and sustainable architecture, we emphasize that the CPU - programming core should be the center of technology to run all of heterogenous computing engines with complex software under easy-to-use programming environment. It requires innovative ways how to couple tightly with hardware engines as well as maximizing the efficiency and performance of CPU processor.
Our team collaborates closely with other research groups in SAIT like applications, system modeling, network and physical implementation team. We also have several collaborations with innovative academic professors and researchers in the US. We have several successful experiences for commercialized accelerators and SoC for AI, and we continuously keep research and development for emerging technologies as well as realization to the products.
Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose office 3 days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time
Job ID: 42094
- Define and design the high-end CPU architecture.
- Design the key blocks in high-end CPU core and related components.
- Define the microarchitecture of inside high-performance processor, compatible RISC-V ISA.
- Analyze the workloads and extract the requirements.
- Design the tightly-coupled manner with computing extensions.
- Design and optimize the micro-architecture for the power/area efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and experts, including applications/software engineers, performance team, backend designers, and other architecture teams.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to hardware and software engineers.
What You Bring
- Bachelors in Electrical/Computer Engineer with 5 years of relevant industry experience, or Masters in Electrical/Computer Engineer with 3 years or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineer or related field preferred.
- Strong knowledge of high-performance CPU architecture (out-of-order, superscalar)
- Understanding of RISC-V, ARM, or other CPU core architecture.
- Strong background in computer architecture
- Experienced with hardware languages like Verilog, SystemVerilog, SystemC, Chisel.
- Experience in architectural modeling & performance/cost analysis.
- Good knowledge in ASIC design flow.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role's function and location, as well as the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
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When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
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