Senior Engineer, GPU RTL Power

Responsibilities

• Contribute to GPU power optimization strategy at the RTL and microarchitecture level, defining power-efficient design choices and PPA tradeoffs.
• Perform detailed RTL power analysis and root-cause investigations using industry-standard tools to identify power bottlenecks and switching inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with RTL designers, performance architects, and validation teams to implement power-saving techniques such as clock gating and voltage scaling.
• Partner with hardware, software, and system-level design teams to align power optimization strategies with architectural intent and workload behaviors.
• Drive technical excellence by advancing best practices and exploring emerging GPU technologies and new power-optimizing techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in GPU/CPU architecture, microarchitecture, and high-performance digital design.
• Hands-on experience with RTL power analysis and optimization using tools such as PowerArtist, PTPX, or Empower.
• Working knowledge of SystemVerilog and ASIC design flows, including synthesis and timing analysis.
• Familiarity with low-power design techniques, including clock gating, power gating, and managing dynamic vs. leakage power.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Perl.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range ($124,000 - $186,000) plus MBO bonus compensation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan and student loan program.
• Paid time off and wellness incentives.
• Onsite lunch and employee purchase programs.
• Tuition assistance after 6 months of employment.

About the Company

Samsung is a global leader in advanced semiconductor technology and consumer electronics. At the Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC), we build high-performance computing IP for mobile, automotive, and custom market segments. Our team is responsible for developing industry-leading GPU technologies, including the Xclipse GPU, which brings console-level graphics to mobile devices worldwide.