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Staff Engineer, GPU Architect

Samsung Semiconductor · San Jose, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteArt & Creative$151k–$252k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is seeking a Staff GPU Architect to join the Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL). The ideal candidate will help shape the future of advanced GPU architecture for Samsung's Exynos chipset, contributing to architectural strategy and hands-on development of next-generation GPU designs.

Role And Responsibilities

  • Contribute to architectural strategy and hands-on development of next-generation GPU designs.
  • Define, develop, and implement new SoC architectures and features for premium mobile and related product platforms.
  • Balance performance, power, and area (PPA) while anticipating emerging applications such as ray tracing, AI, and AR/VR.
  • Evaluate long-term GPU architecture strategy and ensure design excellence through contributions to technical roadmaps.
  • Collaborate with global teams, clearly communicate architecture proposals, and make data-driven decisions to integrate the GPU into the overall system.
  • Take initiatives on moderate-to-complex projects and help advance best practices, methodologies by staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills And Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 4+ years with a Master’s Degree, or 2+ years with a Ph.D.
  • 6+ years of experience in GPU architecture, design, or development, with a focus on high-performance, low-power designs.
  • Knowledge of graphics and GPU pipelines, hardware design, and computer architecture.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies, such as ray tracing, AI, and machine learning.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex systems and optimize performance, power, and area.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global team environment.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience with CPU, NPU, or other complex processing units, such as ARM, x86, or RISC-V.
  • Experience in performance modeling, analysis, and optimization.

Total Rewards

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. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite lunch, employee purchase program, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. This role might also be eligible to participate in long-term incentive plans and relocation. This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

U.S. Export Control

This position requires the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity.

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