GPU RTL Design Engineer

  • Samsung
  • San Jose, California
  • Full Time

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

As a GPU RTL Design Engineer, you will work as part of a GPU IP design team. This is a mid to senior level position where you will act as an individual contributor tasked with driving the RTL design of various sub-blocks for a GPU targeted to mobile market. Significant architectural, as well as RTL design experience, is critical for success.

  • You engage with other architects within the IP and at the SoC level to drive the architectural definition
  • You partner with the physical design team to resolve implementation level details
  • You work closely with design verification to test plan and otherwise ensure proper functionality
  • You expect to collaborate with engineers in Korea on requirements
  • You deliver quality micro-architectural level documentation
  • You produce quality RTL on schedule meeting PPA goals

Skills and Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience with a Bachelors degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/relevant technical field, or 8+ years of experience with a Masters degree, or 6+ years of experience with a PhD.
  • Experience driving the RTL design of various digital sub-blocks of GPU /CPU high performance digital designs
  • Demonstrated experience of successful Architectural through RTL design experience on high performance digital designs
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Computer graphics and computer architecture background is highly preferred
  • Low Power Design experience is a plus

Our Team

Were growing a team of talented individuals with diverse skill sets to build a technology roadmap and deliver market-leading GPU. Our Xclipse GPU is the first mobile GPU with ray tracing technology that enables console-level graphic for Samsung Galaxy smartphones.

With architecture scalability at the frontier of our design focus, our performance- and power-optimized IP solution gets integrated into complex semiconductor products, aiming to reach multiple market segments.

Being part of a unique growing team at a well-established global company means you have limitless room to explore, innovate, and grow by wearing different hats. Depending on the functional discipline, our GPU RTL design team covers power, shader, texture, memory system, ShaderIO, and front-end areas. We believe in connecting your area of expertise with the right level and functional discipline that can empower you to grow.

Total Rewards

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 $151,000 and $251,800. Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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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Job ID: 489152095
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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