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Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, focused on building high-performance computing devices.
$180,200 - $297,200
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Description For Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer

Samsung, a global leader in semiconductor technology, is seeking a Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer at their Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL). This role is crucial in developing and innovating design recipes for Power/Performance/Area optimization in high-performance computing devices.

The position requires an experienced professional with 10+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees) who will lead PPA initiatives, drive methodology improvements, and handle hands-on implementation from synthesis to place and route. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SOC/ASIC design flow, particularly in working with 7nm Finfet or smaller process nodes.

The role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, including the Xclipse GPU - Samsung's first mobile GPU with ray tracing technology for Galaxy smartphones. The Physical Design group is part of a larger Design Implementation team, offering opportunities to learn different areas of design implementation and expand technical expertise.

The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and various other perks. The base salary ranges from $180,200 to $297,200, with additional benefits including MBO bonus compensation, long-term incentive plans, and relocation assistance.

Working at Samsung SARC/ACL means joining a collaborative team culture where leadership supports exploration of new ideas. The company's focus on innovation and excellence makes this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make significant contributions to next-generation semiconductor technology while growing their career in a supportive environment.

Last updated 12 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer

  • Lead PPA (Power/Performance/Area) initiatives by identifying opportunities and executing solutions
  • Drive flows and methodologies improvements for automating Physical Design Implementation
  • Hands-on responsibility from synthesis to place and route of IP blocks through signoff flows
  • Interact with RTL counterparts and SOC teams to resolve design issues
  • Ensure designs meet PPA targets and signoff requirements

Requirements For Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer

Python
  • 10+ years of experience with Bachelor's degree or 8+ with Master's or 6+ with PhD in Computer Science/Computer Engineering
  • Solid understanding of SOC/ASIC design flow with tape-out experience
  • Experience with synthesis, block, and full chip implementation
  • Experience in block level floor-planning, power grid and area optimization
  • Proficient scripting skills in TCL, Perl, Shell, and/or Python
  • Knowledge of Electrical Engineering fundamentals
  • Strong communication skills and team collaboration abilities

Benefits For Sr. Staff Physical Design PPA Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Onsite lunch
  • Employee purchase program
  • Tuition assistance
  • Paid time off
  • Student loan program
  • Wellness incentives
  • MBO bonus compensation
  • Long term incentive plan
  • Relocation benefits

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