Samsung

Staff Engineer, Serdes Analog Design

Samsung • $163K — $253K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years, Master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of experience in relevant fields.
  • Minimum 2+ years of RF/Analog/Serdes SoC design experience.
  • Proficient in analog/mixed signal circuits like bandgap, LDO, and filters.
  • Experience with Serdes IP circuits including CTLE, DFE, and clock distributions.
  • Familiarity with high-speed interconnect standards such as USB, PCIe, and UCIe.
  • Knowledge of ESD, PLL, clock generation, ADC, and DAC is advantageous.
  • Skilled in EDA tools (Cadence, Spectre, Totem, EMX) and scripting languages (Python, Matlab).

Responsibilities

  • Design low-power and low-voltage analog and custom digital circuit components using advanced CMOS technologies.
  • Translate component design specifications into schematics and build simulation test-benches for performance evaluation.
  • Supervise layout designers to ensure LVS/DRC clean layouts and optimize for power consumption and performance.
  • Validate functionality and performance in silicon for developed circuits.
  • Collaborate with teams to develop high-performance Serdes for various applications including display and camera interfaces.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401k plan with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off starting at 4+ weeks per year, plus holidays and sick leave.
  • Support for family needs, including fertility care and adoption stipends.
  • Access to on-demand mental health resources and therapy sessions.
  • Onsite gym and café, along with virtual fitness classes.
  • Flexible work environment to promote work-life balance.
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.

Samsung Semiconductor Inc. (SSI) is advancing the world's technology. As a leader in Memory, System, LSI and LCD technologies, our US teams contribute to breakthroughs in 5G, SOC, memory and display. With our global perspective and diversity of thought, we proudly serve our customers around the world. We are looking for team members who share our commitment to learning and growth and excel when collaborating within and across teams.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy

What You'll Do

In this role, you will actively work on architecture and circuits of high-speed interconnect transceiver (Serdes). You will work on circuits for Serdes IPs, clock generation as well as traditional analog circuits.

You'll work with a team to develop high-performance and low-power serdes, including display interface, camera sensor interface, UCIe / die-to-die interconnect and 224/448Gbps UA-link/Ethernet using cutting-edge process technologies.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
  • Design low-power and low-voltage analog and custom digital circuit components using advanced CMOS process technologies
  • Translate component design specification to schematics. Build simulation test-benches to evaluate circuit performance, functionality, power consumption and reliability.
  • Supervise layout designers to generate LVS/DRC clean layout. Optimize layout to improve the power consumption and performance of circuits
  • Functionality and performance validation in Silicon

What You Bring
  • Bachelors with 10+ years, Masters with 8+ years or PhDs with 5+ years of experience.
  • Minimum 2+ yrs experience RF/Analog/Serdes SoC design experience.
  • Knowledge and experience with analog circuits/mixed signal circuits: such as bandgap, LDO, filters.
  • Knowledge and experience with circuits of Serdes IPS: CTLE, DFE, FFE, clock distributions, PI, IQ generation.
  • Knowledge of Serdes architecture and high-speed interconnect standard (USB, PCIe, UCIe)
  • Knowledge and experience with ESD, PLL, clock generation, ADC, DAC is a big plus.
  • Well-versed in EDA tools (Cadence, Spectre, Totem, EMX)
  • Comfortable with scripting languages (Python, Matlab)
  • 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.
  • Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.


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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