Technical Director Memory Controller Architect

Overview

Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional Memory Controller Architect and Technical Director to join our Silicon IP (SIP) team. Candidates will be joining some of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world to develop products that make data faster and safer.

In this role, the candidate will be reporting to the VP of Engineering. This is a full-time leadership position as an individual contributor. You will architect highly reputed, high-performance, cutting‑edge memory controllers for data centers and AI applications. This is a fast‑growing market with high demand from tier‑1 customers which gives ample opportunity for innovation and differentiation. If you like challenges and want to make a technical difference in the memory landscape during these exciting times in the semiconductor industry, this is the right opportunity for you.

Location can be flexible for the right candidate. San Jose, California or Hillsboro, Oregon, US are preferred. Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracing a hybrid approach for most of our office‑based roles. We encourage employees to spend an average of at least three days per week working onsite, allowing for two days of remote work.

Responsibilities

• Own the architecture specification for Rambus memory controllers
• Work closely with product management, product marketing, technical field organization and customers to understand feature priorities and market needs.
• Work closely with logic design, verification and physical design teams to define implementation‑friendly, high performance and PPA optimized products and realistic timelines.
• Actively drive technical reviews including implementation review, verification review, PRD/ERD review
• Represent the Rambus SIP team at JEDEC standards body
• Work closely with system modeling team to explore and finalize next generation architectures
• Collaborate with Rambus Labs research team to incorporate innovative and differentiated features to establish clear leadership.
• Protect Rambus innovations through patent disclosures
• Act as the technical expert to provide architectural solutions to customers to grow Rambus SIP memory business
• Evangelization of Rambus memory controller products through technical publications and industry events
• Empower field teams through product training in collaboration with marketing and product management teams

Qualifications

• BS/MS with 20+ years’ experience in semiconductor industry, with at least 10 years on memory logic design and/or architecture. IP experience is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with RTL coding, logic design, physical design and DV techniques.
• Knowledge of HBM, LPDDR and AXI protocols and controllers. GDDR and CHI protocol knowledge will be a plus.
• Knowledge of front‑end ASIC development flow and best practices

• Knowledge of system architecture for HPC and AI systems, including impact to memory controller architecture
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent soft skills and collaborative mindset to work with cross functional teams
• Ability to make timely decisions based on available data
• Technical presales experience is desirable
• This role involves deep technical skills and domain expertise while also requiring excellent soft skills
• Ability to travel to Rambus sites as well as customer locations as required

Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time‑off program, and gym membership.

The US salary range for this full‑time position is $189,700 to $352,300. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions.

At Rambus, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value a range of perspectives and experiences that contribute to innovation and collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that all team members have equitable access to opportunities, resources, and a sense of belonging. We believe that a culture of fairness and inclusion helps us all do our best work.

Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application.