Samsung Electronics

Lead Memory Controller Architect

Samsung Electronics

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: San JoseCaliforniaTexasUnited States

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Salary

💰 $221,700 - $364,800 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Own the design and development of Samsung's advanced custom memory controller IP.
  • Lead a team and exert significant influence over the entire memory controller architecture and micro-architecture.
  • Translate innovative concepts into cutting-edge, next-generation memory technologies.
  • Ensure design quality through LINT, CDC, ECO flows, power analysis, and other methodologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design functionality and achieve PPA goals.
  • Take ownership of deliverables by adhering to JEDEC standards and collaborating on SOC IP delivery.

Requirements

  • 20+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 18+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 16+ years of experience with a PhD.
  • Proven experience in memory controller architecture and micro-architecture, leading a team through the entire development lifecycle.
  • Deep expertise in multiple memory technologies, such as DDR, LPDDR, PIM, GDDR, and HBM.
  • Strong knowledge of JEDEC memory standards and working knowledge of DDR PHY.
  • Demonstrated success in driving architecture through RTL design for high-performance digital systems.
  • Strong expertise in Verilog and ASIC design flow, including RTL design, verification, synthesis, timing analysis, and ECO.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python) to support design and automation.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global team environment.
  • Familiarity with interface protocols (AMBA, AXI, ACE, CHI) is desired.
  • Knowledge of AES, ECC, and RAS features is preferred.
  • Self-driven, curious, and passionate about logic design and innovation.
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
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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