Samsung Research America
Overview
The Samsung SoC Architecture Lab explores innovative SoC architecture, key IP blocks (CPU, GPU, NPU), bus / memory subsystem and multimedia subsystems for future Samsung Galaxy products (Smartphones, IoT and future devices) echoing Samsungs AI for All strategy. We are defining the high performance SoC architecture development for various Galaxy device lineups. This lab collaborates with Samsung MX headquarters team, key R&D teams around the globe and Samsung's strategic SoC partners to innovate and reinvent technology that will positively impact hundreds of millions of people around the world via the Galaxy flagship products. Position Summary
The NPU Architect role at Samsung Research America focuses on advancing technology solutions for machine learning applications and mobile devices. The position involves driving the architectural definition of Neural Processing Units (NPUs) and developing new architectures that prioritize low power, real-time and high performance to meet the rapid-growing demand of generative AI use cases emerged from low level camera vision, computational photography, photo editing, LLM and multimodal language-vision models targeting on-device inference. This role is integral to the SoC Architecture Lab, which is part of Samsung Research America and the extension of Samsungs Mobile Experience Division. Responsibilities Analyze the state-of-the-art AI algorithms including camera and Gen AI use cases (LLM and LVM) Drive architectural definition of NPUs for mobile AI applications Create NPU simulator to simulate real NPU Map Gen AI use cases to NPU and NPU simulator with compiler concept in mind to find the bottlenecks of NPU Optimize and co-design of SW and HW to develop new architectures for low power and high performance Lead PPA (power, performance, and area) tradeoff analysis to achieve requirements Work closely with AI use case developers and NPU compiler and software architects to come up with optimized architectural solutions Support the development of NPUs to make sure new NPU architecture succeed Work closely with design verification team for debug, to meet code and functional coverage targets
Qualifications
Bachelors, Masters or PhD degree in Electrical, Computer Science, related Science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience 15+ years of working experience in NPU architecture & development Good knowledge and experience in architecture/design of NPUs Good knowledge in CNN and Transformer Network with hands on experience on LLM/LVM Well versed in processor architecture like ARM and RISC-V Experience in ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX) Good knowledge in ML compilers Experience in micro architecture of SoC, interface subsystems, logic modules Experience in complex logic designs and timing closure on large, sophisticated designs Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in a team Avid learner with curiosity and resilience Collaborative, building relationships and offering support Innovative and creative, exploring innovative ideas and adapting quickly to change Proficient programming skills in Python and/or C++
Special Attributes
Experience in AI use case development and deployment (training, quantization, deployment) Experience in modeling for performance/power estimates using SystemC, Platform Architect, ModelSim, RTL or similar tools/expertise Experience in CPU, GPU, DSP, DRAM and interconnect IPs Good knowledge in ASIC design flow Highly motivated with good verbal and written communication skills Creativity in problem solving
Compensation and Benefits
Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factorsincluding the roles function and location as well as the individuals knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well. Base Pay Range $188,400 - $282,450 USD Additional Information
Disclosure of Trade Secrets Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer. Essential Job Functions
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. EEO and Accessibility
Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email sratalent@samsung.com. At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities. Samsung Research America is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Transparency Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Samsung Research Americas Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
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The Samsung SoC Architecture Lab explores innovative SoC architecture, key IP blocks (CPU, GPU, NPU), bus / memory subsystem and multimedia subsystems for future Samsung Galaxy products (Smartphones, IoT and future devices) echoing Samsungs AI for All strategy. We are defining the high performance SoC architecture development for various Galaxy device lineups. This lab collaborates with Samsung MX headquarters team, key R&D teams around the globe and Samsung's strategic SoC partners to innovate and reinvent technology that will positively impact hundreds of millions of people around the world via the Galaxy flagship products. Position Summary
The NPU Architect role at Samsung Research America focuses on advancing technology solutions for machine learning applications and mobile devices. The position involves driving the architectural definition of Neural Processing Units (NPUs) and developing new architectures that prioritize low power, real-time and high performance to meet the rapid-growing demand of generative AI use cases emerged from low level camera vision, computational photography, photo editing, LLM and multimodal language-vision models targeting on-device inference. This role is integral to the SoC Architecture Lab, which is part of Samsung Research America and the extension of Samsungs Mobile Experience Division. Responsibilities Analyze the state-of-the-art AI algorithms including camera and Gen AI use cases (LLM and LVM) Drive architectural definition of NPUs for mobile AI applications Create NPU simulator to simulate real NPU Map Gen AI use cases to NPU and NPU simulator with compiler concept in mind to find the bottlenecks of NPU Optimize and co-design of SW and HW to develop new architectures for low power and high performance Lead PPA (power, performance, and area) tradeoff analysis to achieve requirements Work closely with AI use case developers and NPU compiler and software architects to come up with optimized architectural solutions Support the development of NPUs to make sure new NPU architecture succeed Work closely with design verification team for debug, to meet code and functional coverage targets
Qualifications
Bachelors, Masters or PhD degree in Electrical, Computer Science, related Science or equivalent combination of education, training and experience 15+ years of working experience in NPU architecture & development Good knowledge and experience in architecture/design of NPUs Good knowledge in CNN and Transformer Network with hands on experience on LLM/LVM Well versed in processor architecture like ARM and RISC-V Experience in ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX) Good knowledge in ML compilers Experience in micro architecture of SoC, interface subsystems, logic modules Experience in complex logic designs and timing closure on large, sophisticated designs Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in a team Avid learner with curiosity and resilience Collaborative, building relationships and offering support Innovative and creative, exploring innovative ideas and adapting quickly to change Proficient programming skills in Python and/or C++
Special Attributes
Experience in AI use case development and deployment (training, quantization, deployment) Experience in modeling for performance/power estimates using SystemC, Platform Architect, ModelSim, RTL or similar tools/expertise Experience in CPU, GPU, DSP, DRAM and interconnect IPs Good knowledge in ASIC design flow Highly motivated with good verbal and written communication skills Creativity in problem solving
Compensation and Benefits
Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factorsincluding the roles function and location as well as the individuals knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well. Base Pay Range $188,400 - $282,450 USD Additional Information
Disclosure of Trade Secrets Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer. Essential Job Functions
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. EEO and Accessibility
Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email sratalent@samsung.com. At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities. Samsung Research America is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Transparency Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Samsung Research Americas Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Disabilities list
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury
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