CPU Micro-architect

Samsung Electronics

CPU Micro-architect shaping next-generation processors for AI and high-performance computing. Collaborating with teams to optimize microarchitecture for Samsung's advanced semiconductor technology.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $151,000 - $251,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Explore new features and optimizing the microarchitecture of high performance OoO CPU cores
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners
Improve benchmarks and performance (IPC, power/area efficiency)
Work with performance simulation team to model microarchitecture
Correlate simulation results against silicon measurement data
Explore new features and ISA extensions to drive performance enhancements
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
Develop performance models and micro testbenches

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 8+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 6+ years of experience with a Ph.D.
Extensive background in CPU microarchitecture design
Strong understanding of computer architecture principles
Strong experience in performance analysis, modeling, and optimization
Familiarity with Arm ISA (Armv8/v9) and extensions, or equivalent ISAs (x86 and RISC-V)
Proficiency in reading and writing hardware description languages (Verilog/SV) and programming languages (C++, Python)
Ability to correlate simulation performance results against hardware performance metrics
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

CPU microarchitecture designperformance analysisperformance modelingperformance optimizationArm ISAVerilogSystemVerilogC++Pythonperformance simulation

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMaster’s DegreePh.D.