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

The Debug and Validation Engineer will be responsible for debug, emulation, and test development for state-of-the-art GPU, Coherent Interconnect, and Memory Controllers used in smartphones, tablets and automotive application. Other responsibilities will include:

GPU Silicon Debug, Design for Debug Architecture, and Diagnostic DevelopmentAutomated SOC level system test generation for GPU and Coherent Interconnect.Board level hardware and software bring up of GPU, SOCs (Memory Controllers, Chip Interconnect/Fabric) Functional and parametric analysis of SOC and IP within an SOCDebug and root cause determination of improper or inconsistent operationSoftware tool development or scripting to support the debug and test simplification and automationLeverage debug features to accelerate testing and improve test effectivenessDevelop IP level functional validation test plansSOC Emulation - Modify hardware, software, and test bench, run emulation, and analyze SOC behaviorProvide debug and testing input for feature improvements to next generation designs

Skills and Qualifications

BS Computer Engineering, BSEE, or comparable and 10 + years industry experience in a design verification role or Master’s Degree plus 6 years experience or PhD plus 4 years experienceExperienced with System and board level bring upExperienced with GPU and Microprocessor Debug using Logic Analyzer, Scopes, and other test equipmentExperienced using debugger such as Lauterbach to debug software/SOCFamiliar with performance and power measurement techniquesFamiliar with scanchain, array dump, HW debug techniquesFamiliar with emulator signal extraction from waveform techniquesFamiliar with IPXACT design documents and parser software developmentGPU architectural knowledge and development experienceFamiliarity with GPU APIs (OGL, OGLes, Vulkan) and GPU SW stacksExperienced with C/C++/Object Oriented programming, Python, Shell ScriptingFamiliar with GPU and Microprocessor Product and Test engineeringLinux and Android Kernel programmingBIOS and Firmware programmingVerilog, UVM experienceExperienced in Driving debug effort across design, verification and software organization

Pay Transparency

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 $174,557.00 and $305,414.00. Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location.

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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