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What You’ll Do
The Memory Solutions Lab (MSL) is part of Samsung's Memory Business Unit, the industry's technology and volume leader in DRAM, NAND Flash, and SRAM memory. MSL's vision is to solve key problems and optimize architecture solutions for Cloud & Data center environments. We are integral to Samsung's strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine. We work closely with development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps.
We are looking for an FPGA Verification Engineer to join our San Jose, CA team. The Candidate will be a key technical member of the System Architecture Lab. The Candidate will join a team of experts who are researching and developing innovative data center/ cloud networking, storage, and computing ASIC/ FPGA and system solutions. The ideal Candidate must have prior experience developing leading-edge memory, networking, storage, and/or embedded computing solutions on FPGAs.
Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose, CA headquarters 3 days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time.
Job ID: 41991
- FPGA architecture, design, verification, lab bring-up, lab test, and validation of an FPGA prototype for storage applications.
- Research next-generation memory and storage controller features in an FPGA environment.
- Develop new IP for high-performance memory and storage solutions.
- Work with hardware/ software architects developing one-of-a-kind innovative FPGA prototypes and contribute to feasibility studies & developing solutions.
- Assist software architects in developing Linux/ Windows device drivers, test and debug.
- Developing unit and cluster level test benches, BFMs, random test generators, and functional coverage monitors, using system Verilog, UVM, C/C++, and python scripts
- Developing test plans, random and directed test cases, performing logic verification, and functional coverage analysis.
- Developing frontend methodologies and tool flows.
- Participating in lab bring-up.
- Key contributor to the FPGA verification plan and major infrastructure development for a complex FPGA design
- Collaborate with FPGA architects, verification lead, and design and test engineers to verify RTL design, ensuring adequate coverage and maximizing reusability.
- Develop verification plans, test benches, and UVM components to ensure code/functional coverage from block to full chip level simulation.
- Perform requirement traceability via Test Performance Specification (TPS) and capture results in Test Acceptance Report (TAR).
- Contribute to continuous improvement and optimization of the UVM structure.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 3+ years or PhD in data science engineering or related technical field preferred
- Solid knowledge of SystemVerilog, UVM, Verilog, and Perl/Python
- Exposure to PCIe, CXL, DDR, NVMe, TCP/IP, Ethernet protocols
- Exposure to ARM subsystems, AXI, AHB protocols
- Knowledge of design verification and functional coverage.
- Demonstrated ability with FPGA design tool flows, synthesis, timing analysis, partitioning, FPGA programming, bring-up, and testing.
- In-depth background in HDL development, Verilog coding, integration, synthesis, debugging, simulation, test bench creation, and debugging using CAD tools (Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence, or FPGA tools)
- Hands-on lab prototype setup, testing, measurement, and debugging of storage solutions on FPGAs
- Hands-on experience with hardware board bring-up, server system integration, and software integration with FPGAs
- Familiar with Altera Agilex SoC/Xilinx FPGA target verification.
- Experience using UVM framework and associated tooling environments.
- Proficiency with Python is a plus.
- Familiar with revision control systems and platforms such as Git and Gitlab.
- 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.
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. 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 an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid 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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
Samsung Semiconductor is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to do their best work. We hire the best talent for our teams, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. Our focus is on hiring teammates with humble expertise, kindness, dedication, and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn together every day.
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