Samsung Semiconductor
Staff Engineer, DRAM
San Jose, California, United States · Staff+
Sponsorship not specified$163k-$253kDetected 3 days ago
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About the role
- Please Note: To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.
- Advancing the World's Technology Together Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more.
- We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce.
Responsibilities
- Come join the team that is designing HBM product, developing DRAM architecture, co-working head office and managing customer in all stages of design.
- You'll focus on enhancement of full chip sim check, DFT consultation, IDD / PDN / checking reliability by developing the architecture of DRAM and optimize it for mass production.
- Develop DRAM architecture and optimize floorplan for next generation DRAM
- Lead design specification, performance analysis and test plan etc.
- Develop ROW, Column Bank architecture design and related test modes
- Develop methods to reduce DRAM power consumption
- Analyze electrical data from Si and validate new core design architecture performance
- Develop and implement a DFT architecture and methodology for the product
- Identify device requirements for the advanced memory product design
- Collaborate with process integration, quality assurance, product engineering and modeling group for DRAM design architecture and technology optimization
Requirements
- Required knowledge, achievements, and skillsets in memory design.
- Expertise in DRAM product development (DDRx, GDDRx, LPDDRx, HBMx, etc.)
- Strong experience in DRAM I/O interfaces and SERDES
- Proficiency in DRAM full chip functional verification
- Demonstrated track record of innovation and creativity in problem solving
Nice to have
- Bachelors with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years of experience in DRAM or related technical field preferred.
- Preferred Skills
Skills
- Advancing the World's Technology Together
Compensation
- $163,000 - $253,000 USD
Benefits
- 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.
- 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.
- Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
- 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.
- DDL's vision is to solve key problems in developing next-generation DRAM solutions, including High Bandwidth Memory (HBM).
- Collaboratively design with cross-functional teams, such as product managers, engineers, and marketers, to ensure that designs align with the product vision and strategy
- Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Company info
- We are an integral part of Samsung's strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine.
- Our Commitment to Innovation and Fairness At Samsung Semiconductor, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process to enhance efficiency.
- Technical interactions with internal and external customers
Equal opportunity
- Employment Policy
- Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.
- 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.
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