Samsung

Staff Engineer, Design Verification

Samsung$163K — $253K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's with 10+ years, or Master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of experience.
  • Strong background in SoC or IP verification and UVM/System Verilog test bench development.
  • Experience verifying complex IP blocks to full system testing.
  • Solid understanding of RTL with strong debugging skills.
  • Desirable experience in computational logic, interconnects, and memory systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop verification infrastructure and automation for builds and simulations.
  • Lead verification of AI accelerator IP blocks in collaboration with architects and RTL engineers.
  • Create test plans for functional and performance validation, ensuring verification metrics are met.
  • Document verification strategies ensuring ease of use for the test environment.
  • Mentor junior engineers as needed.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to debug failures with design and compiler engineers.

Benefits

  • 4+ weeks of paid time off, plus holidays and sick leave.
  • Charitable giving match and community involvement opportunities.
  • Support for family-related needs, including fertility care and adoption stipends.
  • Access to on-demand mental health apps and free therapy sessions.
  • Onsite café and gym, plus virtual fitness classes for wellness.
Full Job Description
Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.

The AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) Computing Lab is dedicated to solving the complex system-level challenges posed by the growing demands of future AI/ML workloads. Our team is committed to designing and developing scalable platforms that can effectively handle the computational and memory requirements of these workloads while minimizing energy consumption and maximizing performance. To achieve this goal, we collaborate closely with both hardware and software engineers to identify and address the unique challenges posed by AI/ML workloads and to explore new computing abstractions that can provide a better balance between the hardware and software components of our systems. Additionally, we continuously conduct research and development in emerging technologies and trends across memory, computing, interconnect, and AI/ML, ensuring that our platforms are always equipped to handle the most demanding workloads of the future. By working together as a dedicated and passionate team, we aim to revolutionize the way AI/ML applications are deployed and executed, ultimately contributing to the advancement of AGI in an affordable and sustainable manner. Join us in our passion to shape the future of computing!

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office / U.S. headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

What You'll Do
  • Develop the verification infrastructure and automation environment involved in build, simulation, regression and triages.
  • Lead the verification for IP blocks of an AI accelerator by working with architects and RTL engineers.
  • Create direct or random testbench, define verification scope and test plans for both functional and performance validation, close the verification quality metrics.
  • Provide comprehensive documentation of verification strategy and ensure test environment is easy to use.
  • Mentor junior engineers when necessary
  • Work cross-functionally in debugging failures with design, compiler and simulation engineers

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's with 10+ years, or Master's with 8+ years, or PhD's with 5+ years of industry experience.
  • Strong background in SoC or IP verification and test bench development using UVM, System Verilog, C/C++ and scripting languages such as Perl/Python.
  • Experience verifying at multiple levels of logic from scratch, starting from complex IP blocks to dies to SoCs to full system testing
  • Understanding RTL and strong overall debugging skills
  • Prior experience with computational logic, interconnect networks and/or memory system is desirable
  • Strong background in microarchitecture and computer architecture preferably in the area of AI accelerators
  • Knowledge of FPGA and emulation platforms preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
  • An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
  • You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.

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What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way-including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$163,000-$253,000 USD

About Samsung

Samsung is a South Korean multinational conglomerate that specializes in electronics, appliances, and telecommunications equipment. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Suwon, South Korea. Samsung is one of the largest electronics companies in the world, with operations in over 80 countries. The company's products include smartphones, TVs, home appliances, and semiconductors. Samsung is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using renewable energy and reducing waste. The company is also involved in several philanthropic initiatives, such as supporting education and healthcare programs.
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