Principal Engineer, SOC Design Verification at Samsung Austin Semiconductor

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Semiconductor, Memory TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Electrical, Computer Science or related with 20+ years of experience, or Master's with 18+ years, or PhD with 15+ years of industry experience in ASIC Verification (preferred)
  • Well versed with good experience in UVM
  • Strong language skills including C++, SystemVerilog
  • Experience in logic and SoC verification from planning to closure
  • Good understanding of verification flows and tools
  • Experience in UCIe, HBM controller, Memory DFT
  • Self-motivated problem-solver with ability to work well in a team
  • Preferred: Experience in DDR and Custom HBM and related IP level and/or SOC level verification
  • Preferred: Experience and/or knowledge of emerging technologies (CXL, Computation in memory and storage, AI LLM accelerators etc.) in server memory and storage systems
  • Preferred: Highly motivated with good verbal and written communication skills
  • Preferred: Creativity in problem solving
  • Preferred: Inclusive, adapting style to situations and diverse global norms
  • Preferred: Avid learner approaching challenges with curiosity and resilience
  • Preferred: Collaborative, building relationships and offering support
  • Preferred: Innovative and creative, proactively exploring new ideas and adapting to change

Responsibilities

  • Participate in verification strategy and methodology definitions
  • Contribute to micro architecture specification and reviews
  • Responsible for the verification of modules/subsystems of AI accelerators
  • Architect test benches, create test plans, implement test bench components in UVM
  • Execute the verification per plan to closure
  • Work closely with architects and design engineers to define verification requirements, and to close functional and code coverage targets
  • Provide support in post silicon bring up and debug

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SOC Design VerificationVerification StrategyMicro ArchitectureTest BenchesSystemVerilogUVMAI AcceleratorsDRAMHBMNAND Flash

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or does it require onsite work?

The role requires daily onsite presence in San Jose HQ or Folsom Office location 5 days/week, with an average of 10% travel per month.

What are the required skills and experience for this position?

Candidates need a Bachelor's with 20+ years, Master's with 18+ years, or PhD with 15+ years in ASIC Verification, strong UVM experience, proficiency in C++ and SystemVerilog, experience in logic and SoC verification from planning to closure, and knowledge of UCIe, HBM controller, and Memory DFT.

What is the salary range for this Principal Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Samsung Austin Semiconductor?

The company emphasizes an inclusive culture and diverse workforce that drives innovation and growth, with a dedication to empowering people to be their true selves while building a better tomorrow for employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Engineer position?

A strong candidate will have extensive industry experience in ASIC Verification (15-20+ years depending on degree), deep expertise in UVM, C++, SystemVerilog, and specific technologies like UCIe and HBM controllers, plus be a self-motivated problem-solver who works well in a team.

Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Develops advanced semiconductor technology solutions

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung Semiconductor specializes in cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, offering ultra-high resolution sensors, ultra-fine pixel technology, gaming storage, automotive memory solutions, AI advancements, and EUV advanced processing, providing transformative solutions for device manufacturers.

Laxmi Sagar Layout, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048, IndiaHeadquarters
N/AYear Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Hardware, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

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