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Principal Memory Controller Micro-Architect/Logic Designer

Principal Memory Controller Micro-Architect/Logic Designer

CompanySamsung
LocationAustin, TX, USA, San Jose, CA, USA
Salary$216521 – $359527
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 20+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or 18+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, or 16+ years of experience with a PhD
  • Experience working with memory controller u-architecture
  • Must have an in-depth understanding and experience with different memory technologies like LPDDR4/5/6, PIM, DDR, GDDR, HBM
  • Knowledge of JEDEC memory standards required
  • Working knowledge of DDR PHY
  • Strong background owning and driving the RTL design of all sub-blocks of custom memory controller designs
  • Demonstrated experience of successful Architectural through RTL design on high performance digital designs
  • Verilog expertise is required as is a deep understanding of ASIC design flow including RTL design, verification, logic synthesis, timing analysis & ECO
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to work in a dynamic, global team
  • Experience with a scripting language like Perl or Python

Responsibilities

  • You drive the timely development and debug of new features on timely development of custom memory controller
  • You are familiar with JEDEC standards and timing parameters
  • You have working knowledge of DDR PHY
  • You work on SOC IP delivery with all sanity checks
  • You work on timing debug and closure
  • You work on LINT, CDC flows and analysis
  • You work on power artist flow and power analysis
  • You have experience working on ECO flows
  • You collaborate with the verification team to verify the functionality and correctness of the design
  • You communicate with implementation to achieve your timing and area
  • You produce high quality RTL on schedule meeting PPA goals
  • You engage with performance and power team on achieving performance and power goals
  • You partner with the physical design and CAD team to resolve implementation level details

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of interface protocols such as AMBA, AXI, ACE is desired
  • Knowledge of AES, ECC, RAS features preferred