Micro-architect/Logic Designer, Coherent Interconnect at Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Compensation · Listed in posting

$151,000 – $251,800/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: San Jose, California · Austin, Texas
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Aug 21, 2026

Description

Samsung is hiring a Micro-Architect/Logic Designer to lead the development of custom coherent interconnect IP and last-level cache blocks for high-performance computing devices. The role owns RTL design, microarchitecture specification, verification, performance and power optimization, timing closure, logic debug, and implementation collaboration, while also mentoring junior engineers. Candidates need substantial experience in high-performance digital design, Verilog, ASIC design flows, and coherent interconnect or cache protocols, with education and experience requirements varying by degree. The role offers a base-pay range of $151,000 to $251,800 and includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits.

Required Skills

RTL design
Verilog
ASIC design
Memory controller
AMBA5 CHI
AXI interconnect
Timing closure
Logic debug

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant technical field
Required Previous Experiences: 6+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree
4+ years of experience with a master’s degree
2+ years of experience with a PhD
Experience owning RTL design of coherent interconnect, memory controller, or LLC sub-blocks
Successful architectural-to-RTL design experience on high-performance digital designs
Experience leading and mentoring engineers
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Verilog/VHDL, scripting, STA, DFT, and ECO flows
Proficiency in AMBA, ACE, AXI, and CHI protocols
Knowledge of coherent interconnect, memory controller, or cache design
Knowledge of memory subsystems, coherency, and directory snoop filter protocols
Familiarity with mesh, ring, and crossbar on-chip network topologies
Experience with Perl or Python scripting
Translation Company Name: Samsung Austin Semiconductor, LLC.