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Director, Design Verification

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San Jose, CA, USA
219K-351K Annually
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The Director of Design Verification will oversee SoC verification processes, manage engineering teams, and collaborate across departments to enhance memory and storage capabilities, ensuring first-pass silicon success.
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Advancing the World’s Technology Together

Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

The DRAM Development Lab (DDL) is part of Samsung’s Memory Business Unit, the industry's technology and volume leader in DRAM, HBM and NAND Flash.  DDL’s vision is to solve key problems of Cloud & Data center by developing the new technology for memory and storage. The SOC team within DDL focuses on the development of silicon solutions such as Custom HBM base die, AI accelerators. We are an integral part of Samsung’s strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine. We work closely with development teams to bring feature innovation to product roadmaps.

Come join the team that is creating new computing system architectures needed to support emerging machine learning applications, data analytics and edge computing as a Director, Design Verification.  You’ll focus on enhancement of memory and storage capability by developing prototype and production

Job: 42926

Location: Daily onsite presence in San Jose HQ location 5 days week

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end verification of SoCs. You will manage a highly capable team of engineers driving the first-pass silicon success.

  • Define and implement SoC verification strategy and methodology.
  • Lead the team to successful verification signoffs.
  • Plan and manage resource over multiple concurrent projects.
  • Participate in defining & enhancing development milestones and flows for SoC projects.
  • Work closely with Architecture, Design, FW, Validation counterparts to align on verification requirements and targets.
  • Provide support in post silicon bring up and debug.

What You Bring

  • BE (MS preferred) in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 15+ years working experience in ASIC verification preferred.
  • Several years of proven leadership in verification team management.
  • Experience in multiple successful tape-outs.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex project schedules, resource allocations and risk mitigations.
  • Expert level knowledge and experience in UVM, c++, and SystemVerilog
  • Expert level knowledge in verification flows and tools
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skill
  • Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in a team
  • 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. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential 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.

Base Pay Range
$219,000$351,000 USD

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Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

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At Samsung Semiconductor, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process to enhance efficiency. However, AI is used as a support tool, not a final decision-maker. All hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure every candidate is evaluated fairly and holistically.

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