# CPU Micro-architect

Hiring organization: [Samsung Semiconductor](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/samsung-semiconductor)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/8babbd77-2c62-45b3-8e92-23f398abbee4

Listed on Samsung Semiconductor's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Salary: 151000 – 251800 USD per year

## Summary

Samsung seeks a CPU microarchitect to optimize next-generation processors for AI and high-performance computing, working on core pipelines, cache hierarchies, and new ISA features. This role suits experienced engineers with strong fundamentals in computer architecture who enjoy performance modeling and cross-functional collaboration.

_Our summary, not Samsung Semiconductor's wording._

## Skills named

C++, Python, Risc-V, SystemVerilog, Verilog

## Required

- 10+ years experience with Bachelor's degree (or 8+ with Master's, or 6+ with Ph.D.)
- Extensive CPU microarchitecture design background
- Understanding of pipelining, superscalar design, cache hierarchies, and multi-core systems
- Performance analysis and optimization experience
- Knowledge of Arm ISA (Armv8/v9) or equivalent
- Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and C++/Python
- Ability to correlate simulation results with hardware metrics
- Problem-solving skills and collaborative mindset

## Nice to have

- Experience with mobile benchmarks (Geekbench 6, SpecInt17)
- Familiarity with real-world use cases like gaming and web browsing
- Experience with vector extensions, memory safety, or security features

Apply on Samsung Semiconductor's site: https://sec.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Samsung_Careers/job/3655-N-1st-St-San-Jose-CA-USA/CPU-Micro-architect_R117743