Staff Engineer, GPU Memory Architect

Samsung Electronics

. Drive the definition, architecture, and implementation of next-generation GPU memory subsystems and on-chip interconnects for Samsung’s Exynos chipset .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesLead💰 $151,000 - $251,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in GPU architecture and design, with a strong focus on performance, power, and area optimization for next-generation memory subsystems. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and produce architectural roadmaps and specifications for advanced GPU workloads.

Highest-signal resume keywords

GPU Architecture DesignPerformance-Power-Area OptimizationMemory Hierarchies KnowledgeLow-Power Design TechniquesPerformance Modeling

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Hard Skills

GPU ArchitectureMemory Subsystem OptimizationHigh-Performance DesignMachine LearningGraphics PipelinesPerformance Modeling ToolsStatistical AnalysisHardware-Software Co-DesignRay TracingAI/ML Inference

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration SkillsAbility to Navigate Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

RTL-Level SimulationAnalytical Models

Industry Keywords

Exynos ChipsetOn-Chip InterconnectsGlobal Memory HierarchiesCache StructuresHigh-Bandwidth Memory InterfacesARMX86RISC-VAR/VRU.S. Export-Controlled Information

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the definition, architecture, and implementation of next-generation GPU memory subsystems and on-chip interconnects for Samsung’s Exynos chipset
Influence performance, power, and area (PPA) of GPUs used in premium mobile and emerging AI workloads
Lead architecture studies and micro-architecture development for GPU global memory hierarchies, cache structures, and high-bandwidth memory interfaces
Define and champion innovative features for next-generation GPU memory and on-chip interconnect subsystems
Collaborate with GPU pipeline, CPU/NPU architects, silicon validation, physical design, and software teams
Build and maintain performance-power-area models
Run architectural trade studies for ray-tracing, AI inference, and large-scale graphics workloads
Produce architectural roadmaps, design specifications, and validation plans
Contribute to Samsung’s next-generation mobile GPU roadmap, feature definition, modeling, and microarchitecture design

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 4+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 2+ years of experience with a Ph.D.
6+ years of experience in GPU architecture, design, or development, with a focus on high-performance, low-power designs
Knowledge of machine learning or graphics and GPU pipelines, hardware design, and computer architecture
Proven track record of analyzing and optimizing memory subsystems to improve PPA
Deep knowledge of memory hierarchies (caches, shared memory, SRAM, DRAM), bandwidth-allocation policies, coherence protocols, and on-chip interconnect
Strong background in low-power design techniques and performance-modeling tools (analytical models, RTL-level simulation)
Experience with emerging GPU workloads such as ray tracing, AI/ML inference, and AR/VR, and ability to translate algorithmic requirements into memory-system specifications
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global team environment
Experience with CPU, NPU, or other complex processing units, such as ARM, x86, or RISC-V
Experience in performance modeling, statistical analysis, and hardware-software co-design for AI accelerators
Applicants must be authorized to access U.S. export-controlled information or eligible for government authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Onsite lunch
Employee purchase program
Tuition assistance (after 6 months)
Paid time off
Student loan program
Wellness incentives
MBO bonus compensation based on company, division, and individual performance
Long term incentive plan eligibility may apply
Relocation eligibility may apply