Deep Learning Compiler Research, Sr. Staff Engineer

Advancing the World’s Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. is a world leader in Memory, System LSI and LCD technologies. As a member of Samsung’s Memory Solutions Lab (MSL), you will be part of an Advanced Research and Development team developing the next generation of enterprise memory and storage technologies. The team innovates, solves key technical problems in areas and products related to Samsung’s NAND flash, DRAM and other memory technologies, and tackles a variety of challenging issues in data center, server, and software infrastructure.

The ideal candidate for this role would share our passion for creating and innovating new technologies, and thrive in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, results-driven environment. We are looking for highly talented, passionate, and versatile engineers who can share our vision and contribute to the creation of next generation enterprise memory and storage solutions.

The Sr. Deep Learning Compiler Research Engineer will join a team of experts in researching and developing innovative solutions that utilize existing and emerging technologies to add substantial value to Samsung. The team covers a broad spectrum of topics and is building an ecosystem surrounding efficient utilization of next-generation Samsung SSDs and NVRAM. You will be working with the-state-of-art technologies in the context of vertical integration and optimization across H/W and S/W. The candidate must be able to thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and lead independent research in the focus area.

Location: Onsite at our San Jose or Folsom location

Job ID: 40986

• Conduct key research and development activities to design, develop and evaluate compiler technologies for emerging machine learning models in emerging systems.
• Create key IPs, implement prototypes, write or publish papers, and do standardization.
• Work with other hardware/software architects to invent new and refine existing algorithms for future products, and contribute to feasibility studies. Collaborate with universities and international teams.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Computer Science or related field with a focus on Compiler and Machine Learning or a related discipline. MS in Computer Science with 3+ years of experience. PhD in Computer Science.
• Experience with Deep learning compilers such as TVM, XLA, Glow or similar.
• Prior experience implementing/enhancing code generation targeting machine learning accelerators.
• Proficiency in C/C++/Python and should be able to understand and hand craft assembly code for x86, arm or other CPU ISAs.
• Understanding of how modern processor works, memory hierarchy, ordering, the implications on compilers, application correctness and performance.
• Understand how OS, runtime library and applications interact with each other.
• Prior experience in profiling, bottleneck analysis and optimizations of PyTorch, TensorFlow or MxNet models.
• Experience with open source tools like LLVM and MLIR, and one or more parallel processing tools, techniques like SIMD, OpenCL, CUDA, OpenMP.
• Understand compiler internals (frontend to backend) and state-of-the-art optimizations techniques.
  • Prior first author publications in Machine Learning Systems, AI or related technical fields.
  • Must be highly responsible, self-motivated, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• Resourceful Achiever: self-motivated and proactive, you flex to try new approaches and creatively solve problems.
• Avid Learner: you thrive with challenges, seek continuous growth and improvement, and seek data to prove your hypotheses
• Devoted Professional: you are diligent and deliberate in your work, leveraging your expertise to deliver results without ego  
• Thoughtful Collaborator: you build relationships across teams, offering help and welcoming ideas from others to drive work forward in an inclusive manner.

What We Offer
An investment in your future, is an investment in ours. That’s why we offer a diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to competitive compensation and the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive curation of benefits empower our people to care for their whole selves.
Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Covid-19 Policy
To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we’ve developed guidelines for our teams. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees, and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory and business circumstances. 

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
Samsung Semiconductor is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to do their best work. We hire the best talent for our teams, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. Our focus is on hiring teammates with humble expertise, kindness, dedication and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn together every day.