AI Memory Solution Architect, Principal Engineer

Overview AI Memory Solution Architect, Principal Engineer role at SK hynix America Office Location: San Jose, CA Job Type: Full-Time Work Model: Onsite Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr Job Title: AI Memory Solution, Principal Engineer About SK Hynix America At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power devices from smartphones to data centers. We drive the evolution of memory and related technologies and invest in AI, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions. Job Summary As an AI Memory Solution Architect, you will design cutting-edge AI memory and storage solutions, leading hardware-software coordination and collaborating with performance analysis to ensure high efficiency. Collaborate with system software and hardware design teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of energy-efficient AI system infrastructure. Responsibilities Perform AI hardware/software system analysis to develop next-generation AI memory and storage solution architecture for energy-efficient AI/ML computing infrastructure, including memory and cache controllers, and system interconnects Collaborate with system software architects to ensure optimal hardware-software co-design and integration Develop and deliver system-level modeling and simulation environment for next-generation AI memory solutions Deliver memory subsystems and IP designs, including microarchitecture specification, RTL logic design, verification, and FPGA prototypes Optimize memory system architecture for performance, power efficiency, and scalability Develop and maintain hardware specifications, technical documentation, and test plans Participate in technical discussions and provide input on hardware system design and architecture with industry ecosystem partners Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in AI, memory systems, and hardware architecture Qualifications MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field, with 8+ years (or Ph.D. with 4+ years) of experience in hardware design, with a focus on SoCs and memory subsystems Strong understanding of computer architecture, memory systems, and hardware design Proven track record of expertise in digital design including microarchitecture specification development, system modeling, RTL logic design, synthesis, timing closure and power-performance-area (PPA) analysis Good working knowledge or experience in simulation frameworks such as QEMU, Gem5, DRAMPower, DRAMSim and other relevant open source simulators Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex system software issues Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams Familiarity with memory and interface technologies, such as DRAM, HBM, NVMe, CXL and PCIe is a plus SKHYA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws. Compensation Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related skills and experience. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. Pay Range

$180,000 - $240,000 USD

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Semiconductor Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr SK hynix America Inc.