Position Summary

Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy – the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices (mobile, automotive, and other custom market segments) consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us!

Role and Responsibilities

Perform semiconductor engineering research, design, development, and testing for firm products and devices in conjunction with product development for the electronic communications industry.
Responsible for performance analysis of current GPU hardware to provide insight for the design of next generation GPU architecture.
Using, designing, and improving performance analysis toolchain and acquiring performance data on existing GPU hardware.
Interfacing with architects, RTL designers, verification engineers, and software engineers to understand the acquired performance data and figure out current GPU performance bottleneck.
Proposing and validating GPU architecture design revision plan to improve PPA (Power, performance, area) and PPW (performance per wat).
Innovating neural-network-based rendering method to support super-resolution, raytracing denoising, and frame generation in mobile GPU.
May work from home on a hybrid schedule within commutable distance of San Jose and surrounding areas.

Skills and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field plus one (1) year of experience in a related occupation working with C++/C++11, algorithms, data structures and scripting languages including Python and Bash; functional modeling; and development tools including revision control systems, debuggers, and make/cmake.

Alternate Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or closely related field plus three (3) years of experience in a related occupation working with C++/C++11, algorithms, data structures and scripting languages including Python and Bash; functional modeling; and development tools including revision control systems, debuggers, and make/cmake OR a PhD or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or closely related field and zero years of experience.

Total Rewards

At Samsung – SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $193,353.00 - $297,200.00. Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Samsung employees have access to benefits including: 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, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

Additionally, this role might be eligible to participate in long term incentive plan and relocation.

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 [applicant] agree[s] 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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