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Staff Engineer, GPU Front-End Infrastructure/ Methodology

Samsung · 2 Locations · On-site

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About the role

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! Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Empower design and DV teams to work efficiently by removing friction from front-end workflows and proactively addressing methodology gaps
  • Drive front-end RTL implementation methodologies for GPU and SoC designs, ensuring scalability, architectural alignment, and adherence to performance and power objectives
  • Take ownership of moderate-to-complex projects, leading efforts to advance best practices and staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies
  • 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 3+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 1+ years of experience with a Ph.D
  • Hands-on experience designing and building agentic AI tools and workflows
  • Proficiency across a broad range of Unix/Linux programming languages, including Python, C++, Perl, Ruby, Go, and shell scripting
More about this role

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

As a Staff GPU Front-End Implementation Methodology Engineer, you will shape and advance the front-end implementation methodologies that underpin high-quality, scalable RTL across complex GPU and SoC designs. Working as a mid-to-senior individual contributor, you will serve as a key enabler for design and verification teams — helping them work faster, with greater confidence, and at scale.

You will partner closely with architecture, verification, CAD, and physical design groups to define and uphold best practices, design guidelines, and quality standards that align with high-performance and low-power goals. You will own and evolve the RTL flow and build...

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