GPU Hardware Program Manager

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 consumed by millions of people around the world.

About the role

As a GPU HW Program Manager, you will drive the successful delivery of SARC/ACL's full GPU solution portfolio. Joining the Samsung Graphics Hardware Program Management team, you'll own project plans for hardware IP development programs — including post-silicon and commercialization for the mobile market.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team meetings to develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, KPIs, and plans of record
• Identify and drive resolution of program issues and conflicts across engineering groups through effective communication and influence
• Assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate GPU IP program status to key internal and external stakeholders
• Troubleshoot schedule and resource conflicts; define alternative milestones, tasks, and processes as needed
• Own documentation and reporting in JIRA and Confluence; deliver concise, executive-level progress presentations across all stages of the product lifecycle
• Drive adoption of PM best practices and continuously improve program metrics and processes

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 2+ years of experience with a PhD
• 5+ years of experience in a technical program/project management role
• Hands-on technical expertise in GPU, CPU, or DSP hardware platforms; strong GPU/Graphics HW understanding highly valued
• Experience with ASIC design, silicon validation and IP development process
• Familiarity with standard methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) including source control (Git, Perforce, etc.)
• Proficient in project schedule and resource management tools, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, and working with defect tracking systems (JIRA, Bugzilla, etc.)
• Effective communication skills, technical project presentations and teamwork skills
• Detail and action oriented, self-starter, leader, and motivator, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Experience in managing global programs/teams across different time zones is a big plus

Our Team

Our team is made up of talented individuals with diverse skill sets to build a technology roadmap and deliver market-leading GPU products. Our Xclipse GPU is the first mobile GPU with Ray Tracing technology that brings console-level graphics to Samsung Galaxy smartphones. Being part of a unique team at a well-established global company means you have limitless room to explore, innovate, and grow by wearing different hats.

We develop and deliver whole system architecture-level design for Samsung’s current and next-generation mobile GPU. With architecture scalability at the frontier of our design focus, our performance- and power-optimized IP solution gets integrated into complex semiconductor products, aiming to reach multiple market segments.

Benefits

• 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

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.

Pay

The base pay range for this role is between $151,000 and $251,800. 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).

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.