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SK hynix

Global producer of DRAM and NAND.

AI System Engineer

Silicon & ASIC DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Jose, CA, USA$155k - $215k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, or an MS with at least four years of hardware design experience focused on SoCs and memory subsystems.
  • Expertise in digital design, including microarchitecture specification development, system modeling, RTL logic design, synthesis, timing closure, and power-performance-area analysis.
  • Working knowledge and experience with an FPGA development environment.
  • Ability to work and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop next-generation memory solution architectures and hardware prototypes for energy-efficient AI/ML computing infrastructure.
  • Perform logic design and Register-Transfer Level entry, ensure design quality including LINT, CDC, RDC, and power, and achieve timing closure for high-performance digital IP.
  • Collaborate with system software engineers to ensure hardware/software co-optimization.
  • Deliver memory subsystem and IP designs, including microarchitecture specifications, RTL logic design, verification, and FPGA prototypes.
  • 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 current with industry trends and emerging technologies in AI, memory systems, and hardware architecture.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with memory and interface technologies such as DRAM, HBM, NVMe, CXL, and PCIe.
  • Knowledge of AI software optimization techniques for CPU, GPU, and NPU architectures.

About the Company

SK hynix

Global producer of DRAM and NAND.

Summary of SK hynix: 1) What does the company do? It is a global producer of semiconductor memory, specializing in DRAM and NAND Flash that power IT devices like computers, phones, and servers. 2) How do its products work? DRAM stores data using tiny capacitors and requires periodic refreshing to keep data, providing fast volatile memory. NAND Flash stores data in non-volatile memory cells and preserves data without power, serving as durable storage. Both chips are mounted in devices to enable fast processing and data retention. 3) How is the company different from competitors? It ranks as the second-largest memory chip maker with a broad product portfolio and strong technology, backed by the SK Group, giving it scale, resources, and global reach. 4) What is the company's goal? To become the world’s best semiconductor company by meeting diverse customer needs and leading in memory technology.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Founded
1983

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