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Senior Director, Architecture Research Lab
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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. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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
Lead cutting‑edge research on next‑generation AI system architectures. The role is responsible for end‑to‑end co‑design of AI workloads, system‑level modeling, hardware platforms, and high‑performance processors that leverage Samsung’s advanced memory technologies to eliminate capacity, bandwidth, and large‑scale communication bottlenecks.
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose Headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
AI System Architecture Leadership
- Define system‑level architectures that solve memory‑capacity, bandwidth, and interconnect challenges for large AI workloads (e.g., large language models, recommendation systems).
- Build and maintain analytical and event‑driven simulation frameworks for compute‑memory‑network performance at rack scale.
- Conduct design‑space exploration and quantitative trade‑off studies (performance, power, cost) to guide architecture decisions.
- Partner with SAIT HQ teams to align modeling insights with real‑world AI system implementations.
RISC‑V CPU Architecture Leadership
- Architect high‑performance, out‑of‑order RISC‑V CPU cores that serve as host processors for AI computing systems.
- Drive IPC‑focused feature path‑finding; lead micro‑architecture research through performance‑model simulation and workload analysis.
- Produce detailed micro‑architecture specifications and guide cache/memory hierarchy design for optimal AI workload execution.
Research & Innovation Management
- Lead a multidisciplinary research team, set technical roadmaps, and ensure delivery of high‑impact publications.
- Present architectural insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and external partners.
What You Bring
- Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: 10 + years in system‑level architecture research or large‑scale computing platform design, with a strong focus on AI workloads.
- Technical Expertise:
- Performance modeling, event‑driven simulation, and quantitative analysis of compute‑memory‑interconnect systems.
- Deep knowledge of modern CPU/accelerator architectures (RISC‑V, ARM, x86) and heterogeneous integration.
- Proven ability to design rack‑scale AI system architectures that address memory, bandwidth, and interconnect constraints.
- Proficiency with transaction‑level modeling (TLM) and event‑driven simulation for compute‑memory‑network co‑design.
- Experience in large‑scale design‑space exploration and PPA (performance, power, area/cost) trade‑off analysis.
- Expertise in architecture and micro‑architecture design of out‑of‑order CPUs.
- Hands‑on experience with simulation tools and programming languages such as Python and C++.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; proven ability to deliver technical presentations to senior stakeholders.
Preferred Experience
- Proven track record of publishing high‑impact research papers.
- Experience influencing product roadmaps through architectural recommendations.
- Strong collaborative history with cross‑functional teams (hardware, software, memory technology).
- 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. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
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Principal Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
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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. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Job Title: Principal Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
The Architecture Research Lab (ARL) focuses on addressing fundamental system-level bottlenecks in modern AI, particularly in memory capacity/bandwidth and system-scale communication. By leveraging Samsung’s world-class memory technologies, ARL explores and defines next-generation AI system architectures that deliver step-function improvements in performance, efficiency, and scalability.
We are seeking a Principal AI System Architect who will play a Technical Lead role in bridging AI workloads, system architecture, and hardware design. In this role, you will develop system-level performance models, drive architecture-level design decisions, and propose forward-looking AI system architectures that shape Samsung’s long-term AI platform strategy.
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42852
What You’ll Do
- Technically Lead the architecture team with strong direction, shaping system‑architecture strategy and advancing key innovations
- Conduct system-level architectural research for next-generation AI systems, spanning compute, memory, and interconnect/network subsystems.
- Develop and maintain analytical and simulation-based system modeling frameworks to evaluate AI workloads and identify performance, scalability, and efficiency bottlenecks at rack- and system-scale.
- Analyze representative and emerging system-level architectural research (e.g., LLMs, DLRMs, and future AI models) to derive architecture requirements and trade-offs across compute, memory, networking, and power.
- Drive architecture-level design decisions through quantitative modeling, design-space exploration, and performance/power projections.
- Perform comparative studies of alternative system architectures, reporting performance and performance-per-watt metrics to guide strategic technology choices.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in hardware architecture, memory, interconnect, and system engineering to align modeling insights with implementation realities.
- Communicate architectural insights and recommendations through clear technical presentations and documentation.
- Occasional domestic and international travel (<10%).
What You Bring
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred, with 15+ years of experience in system architecture for large-scale computing platforms, with a strong focus on AI workloads
- Proven hands-on experience developing analytical and event-driven simulation models for system-level performance evaluation.
- Deep understanding of AI system hardware architectures, including compute, memory hierarchies, and high-performance interconnects.
- Strong knowledge of modern and emerging AI workloads, including LLMs, DLRMs, and large-scale training and inference systems.
- Demonstrated ability to translate workload characteristics and modeling results into actionable architectural design decisions.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and PyTorch for modeling, analysis, and experimentation.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to influence technical direction across teams.
- A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and resilience in tackling complex, open-ended system-level challenges.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
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Principal engineer, AI Serving Framework Architect (Software)
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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. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Job Title: Principal engineer, AI Serving Framework Architect (Software)
What You’ll Do
The Architecture Research Lab (ARL) focuses on addressing fundamental system-level bottlenecks in modern AI, particularly in memory capacity/bandwidth and system-scale communication. By leveraging Samsung’s world-class memory technologies, ARL explores and defines next-generation AI system architectures that deliver step-function improvements in performance, efficiency, and scalability.
We are seeking a Principal AI System Architect who will play a key role in bridging AI workloads, system architecture, and hardware design. In this role, you will develop system-level performance models, drive architecture-level design decisions, and propose forward-looking AI system architectures that shape Samsung’s long-term AI platform strategy.
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42853
- As a Tech Lead, leading research teams in Korea and proposing technical direction
- Research on dynamic scheduling methodologies for maximizing AI inference performance in multi-rack scale memory-centric systems, comprised of heterogeneous compute-capable memory and hierarchical memory
- Investigating methods to accelerate search operations in RAG’s vector DB and AI Agent’s knowledge-graph by leveraging compute-capable memory
- Studying strategies for optimally placing KVCache and a vector DB in hierarchical memory to minimize frequent SSD accesses and reduce IO stalls
- Proposing SW design for implementing the derived optimization algorithms on open-source platforms such as vLLM
What You Bring
- PhD in Computer Science or a related field with 10+ years of experience in AI Serving Framework for large-scale computing, with focusing on the AI workloads.
- Led a project to build and optimize a Large Language Model (LLM) Inference Software Stack on a multi-rack scale system to deliver AI Inference services to over 100,000 users.
- Extensive experience in designing AI Inference Software Stacks for heterogeneous devices.In-depth understanding of the internal architecture and operation mechanisms of inference engines such as vLLM.
- Proficiency in AI Inference System Profiling and optimization.
- Knowledge and practical experience with future AI workloads, including reasoning models, multi-modal solutions, AI agents, and world models.
- Strong understanding of compute, memory, and networking bottlenecks in AI systems.
- Required skillsets: PyTorch, Python, and C++
- A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and resilience in solving complex challenges.
- Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
- (Nice to have) Native or fluent Korean speakers are preferred.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy
https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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Staff Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
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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. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Job Title: Staff Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
What You’ll Do
The Architecture Research Lab (ARL) focuses on addressing fundamental system-level bottlenecks in modern AI, particularly in memory capacity/bandwidth and system-scale communication. By leveraging Samsung’s world-class memory technologies, ARL explores and defines next-generation AI system architectures that deliver step-function improvements in performance, efficiency, and scalability.
We are seeking a Senior Staff AI System Architect who will play a key role in bridging AI workloads, system architecture, and hardware design. In this role, you will develop system-level performance models, drive architecture-level design decisions, and propose forward-looking AI system architectures that shape Samsung’s long-term AI platform strategy.
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42917
- Conduct system-level architectural research for next-generation AI systems, spanning compute, memory, and interconnect/network subsystems.
• Develop and maintain analytical and simulation-based system modeling frameworks to evaluate AI workloads and identify performance, scalability, and efficiency bottlenecks at rack- and system-scale.
• Analyze representative and emerging AI workloads (e.g., LLMs, DLRMs, and future AI models) to derive architecture requirements and trade-offs across compute, memory, networking, and power.
• Drive architecture-level design decisions through quantitative modeling, design-space exploration, and performance/power projections.
• Perform comparative studies of alternative system architectures, reporting performance and performance-per-watt metrics to guide strategic technology choices.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in hardware architecture, memory, interconnect, and system engineering to align modeling insights with implementation realities.
• Communicate architectural insights and recommendations through clear technical presentations and documentation.
• Occasional domestic and international travel (<10%).
What You Bring
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of experience in system architecture for large-scale computing platforms, with a strong focus on AI workloads.
• Proven hands-on experience developing analytical and event-driven simulation models for system-level performance evaluation.
• Deep understanding of AI system hardware architectures, including compute, memory hierarchies, and high-performance interconnects.
• Strong knowledge of modern and emerging AI workloads, including LLMs, DLRMs, and large-scale training and inference systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate workload characteristics and modeling results into actionable architectural design decisions.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and PyTorch for modeling, analysis, and experimentation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to influence technical direction across teams.
• A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and resilience in tackling complex, open-ended system-level challenges. - You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy
https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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Senior, CPU Architecture & Performance Research Engineer
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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Senior, CPU Architecture & Performance Research Engineer
What You’ll Do
Architecture Research Lab is seeking Senior CPU Architecture & Performance Engineer to contribute to performance analysis and microarchitectural optimization of current and next-generation CPU (RISC-V) cores. This role emphasizes hands-on analysis, modeling, and close collaboration with architects and design teams to improve performance across real-world workloads.
You will focus on executing well-defined performance studies, identifying bottlenecks, and helping translate architectural ideas into measurable performance gains
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42851
- Perform performance analysis for CPU microarchitectural features under guidance from Staff and Principal engineers.
- Run architectural simulations and analyze results (IPC, CPI stacks, latency and throughput metrics).
- Identify performance bottlenecks in frontend, execution engine, or memory subsystems.
- Assist in evaluating design trade-offs using trace-driven or cycle-accurate models.
- Characterize workloads and benchmarks (SPEC, server, client, internal traces).
- Develop scripts and tools to automate performance analysis.
- Work leading to patents and publication.
What You Bring
- Master’s, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in CPU microarchitecture and/or performance engineering.
- Strong understanding of:
- Out-of-order execution, branch prediction, pipelines, and speculation
- Cache coherence, memory systems, prefetching, and NUMA effects
- Hands-on experience with architectural simulators (like gem5).
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
- Experience analyzing large performance datasets and traces.
- Familiarity with compiler optimizations and hardware/software co-design.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with RISC-V, ARM or X86 architectures.
- Background in power/performance/area (PPA) trade-off analysis.
- Familiarity with SIMD / Vectors / VME for AI inference workloads.
- Prior tapeout / patent / publication experience.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy
https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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Principal Engineer, CPU Architecture & Performance Research
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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Principal, CPU Architecture & Performance Research Engineer
What You’ll Do
Architecture Research Lab is seeking Principal CPU Architecture & Performance Engineer to lead the definition, analysis, and optimization of next-generation CPU microarchitectures (RISC-V core). This role is focused on end-to-end performance: from architectural trade-offs and workload characterization to micro-architectural modeling, simulation, and silicon bring-up correlation.
You will work closely with architecture, design, compiler, and system teams to drive performance and efficiency across a broad set of real-world workloads
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42918
- Define and evaluate CPU micro-architectural features for future cores (frontend, execution engine, memory hierarchy, interconnect).
- Lead performance analysis using simulators, RTL.
- Help develop and validate performance models (cycle-accurate, trace-driven, statistical).
- Characterize workloads (SPEC, server, client, AI/ML, cloud, internal traces) and translate findings into architectural requirements.
- Identify performance bottlenecks and propose data-driven optimizations.
- Drive architecture-to-implementation alignment with design team.
- Collaborate with compiler, OS, and system architects on cross-stack performance issues.
- Mentor senior and staff engineers; provide technical leadership across projects.
- Work leading to patents and publication
What You Bring
- Master’s with 18+ years of experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- or PhD with 15+ years of experience preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in CPU microarchitecture and/or performance engineering.
- Experience with RISC-V, ARM or X86 architectures.
- Strong understanding of:
- Out-of-order execution, branch prediction, pipelines, and speculation
- Cache coherence, memory systems, prefetching, and NUMA effects
- Hands-on experience with architectural simulators (like gem5).
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
- Familiarity with compiler optimizations and hardware/software co-design.
- Familiarity with SIMD / Vectors / VME for AI inference workloads.
- Experience analyzing large performance datasets and traces.
- Proven ability (Tapeout / Patents /Publications) to influence architecture / micro architectural decisions through quantitative analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in power/performance/area (PPA) trade-off analysis.
- Experience with SIMD/Vectors.
- Experience with compiler optimizations and hardware/software co-design.
- Prior technical leadership at Senior Staff or Principal level.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
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Principal Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
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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. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Job Title: Principal Engineer, AI System Architect (Hardware)
What You’ll Do
The Architecture Research Lab (ARL) focuses on addressing fundamental system-level bottlenecks in modern AI, particularly in memory capacity/bandwidth and system-scale communication. By leveraging Samsung’s world-class memory technologies, ARL explores and defines next-generation AI system architectures that deliver step-function improvements in performance, efficiency, and scalability.
We are seeking a Principal AI System Architect who will play a Technical Lead role in bridging AI workloads, system architecture, and hardware design. In this role, you will develop system-level performance models, drive architecture-level design decisions, and propose forward-looking AI system architectures that shape Samsung’s long-term AI platform strategy.
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42852
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- Technically Lead the architecture team with strong direction, shaping system‑architecture strategy and advancing key innovations
- Conduct system-level architectural research for next-generation AI systems, spanning compute, memory, and interconnect/network subsystems.
- Develop and maintain analytical and simulation-based system modeling frameworks to evaluate AI workloads and identify performance, scalability, and efficiency bottlenecks at rack- and system-scale.
- Analyze representative and emerging AI workloads (e.g., LLMs, DLRMs, and future AI models) to derive architecture requirements and trade-offs across compute, memory, networking, and power.
- Drive architecture-level design decisions through quantitative modeling, design-space exploration, and performance/power projections.
- Perform comparative studies of alternative system architectures, reporting performance and performance-per-watt metrics to guide strategic technology choices.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in hardware architecture, memory, interconnect, and system engineering to align modeling insights with implementation realities.
- Communicate architectural insights and recommendations through clear technical presentations and documentation.
- Occasional domestic and international travel (<10%).
What You Bring
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred, with 15+ years of experience in system architecture for large-scale computing platforms, with a strong focus on AI workloads
- Proven hands-on experience developing analytical and event-driven simulation models for system-level performance evaluation.
- Deep understanding of AI system hardware architectures, including compute, memory hierarchies, and high-performance interconnects.
- Strong knowledge of modern and emerging AI workloads, including LLMs, DLRMs, and large-scale training and inference systems.
- Demonstrated ability to translate workload characteristics and modeling results into actionable architectural design decisions.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and PyTorch for modeling, analysis, and experimentation.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to influence technical direction across teams.
- A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and resilience in tackling complex, open-ended system-level challenges.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
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Staff, CPU Architecture & Performance Research Engineer
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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
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.
Staff, CPU Architecture & Performance Research Engineer
What You’ll Do
Architecture Research Lab is looking for Staff CPU Architecture & Performance Engineer to drive detailed performance analysis and architectural optimization for current and next-generation CPU (RISC-V) cores. This role focuses on deep ownership of performance-critical micro-architectural domains, workload analysis, and data-driven recommendations that influence core architecture decisions.
You will work closely with architects, design, compiler, and system teams to evaluate trade-offs, identify bottlenecks, and improve performance across real-world workloads
Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
Job ID: 42850
- Own performance analysis for one or more CPU microarchitectural domains (e.g., frontend, execution engine, memory subsystem).
- Build, extend, and validate architectural performance models and simulators.
- Perform CPI/IPC breakdowns and root-cause performance bottlenecks.
- Evaluate microarchitectural features and optimizations using trace-driven, analytical, and cycle-accurate models.
- Characterize workloads and benchmarks (SPEC, server, client, AI/ML, internal traces).
- Translate performance data into clear architectural recommendations.
- Work leading to patents and publication.
What You Bring
- Master’s in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related filed with 8+ years of experience or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of experience.
- 5+ years of experience in CPU microarchitecture and/or performance engineering.
- Experience with RISC-V, ARM or X86 architectures.
- Strong understanding of:
- Out-of-order execution, branch prediction, pipelines, and speculation
- Cache coherence, memory systems, prefetching, and NUMA effects
- Hands-on experience with architectural simulators (like gem5).
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
- Experience analyzing large performance datasets and traces.
- Familiarity with compiler optimizations and hardware/software co-design..
- Proven ability - prior tapeout experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in power/performance/area (PPA) trade-off analysis.
- Experience / Familiarity with SIMD / Vectors / VME for AI inference workloads..
- Prior leadership guiding junior engineers.
- Prior patent / publication experience.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- 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.
#LI-SF1
What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 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.
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
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. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
Recruiting Agency Policy
We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.
Applicant AI Use Policy
At Samsung Semiconductor, we support innovation and technology. However, to ensure a fair and authentic assessment, we prohibit the use of generative AI tools to misrepresent a candidate's true skills and qualifications. Permitted uses are limited to basic preparation, grammar, and research, but all submitted content and interview responses must reflect the candidate’s genuine abilities and experience. Violation of this policy may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process.
Applicant Privacy Policy
https://semiconductor.samsung.com/about-us/careers/us/privacy/
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