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SK hynix America

HBM Architect

San Jose, California, United States

Location
San Jose, California, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Full-time
Level
Lead / staff
Function
Engineering
Pay
$140K – $310K a year
Posted
3 months ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $310K a year, is 27% above the median of $245K for lead / staff engineering jobs in San Jose (middle half $216K – $280K, 172 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

About SK hynix America

At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. As a global leader in HBM, DRAM, and NAND flash technologies, we develop the advanced memory solutions powering everything from advanced mobile technology to massive AI data centers. With major investments in the U.S. and a leading position in the global AI revolution, we build the critical infrastructure of the digital landscape and remain committed to sustainable operations. We invite innovative minds to be part of our journey. Here, you will be part of a collaborative team pioneering the next generation of memory technologies, expanding our market footprint, and defining the future of computing.

Work Model: Onsite

Job Title: HBM Architect

Office Location: San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Model: Onsite

Responsibilities

  • Design circuits for DRAM and HBM products that meet internal and external specifications.
  • Improve design quality and yield during the DRAM or HBM product development phase.
  • Perform characteristic analysis and verify product specifications at the Wafer, KGSD (Known Good Stack Die), and Assembly stages.
  • Enhance performance and ensure stable operation to meet customer requirements during the product development stage.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline(Master’s preferred).
  • 3+ years of relevant industry experience (Research periods during Master’s or Ph.D. programs recognized).
  • Experience in reviewing and designing DRAM or HBM Architecture with a solid understanding of DRAM/HBM subsystems.
  • Experience in Full Custom + Digital Co-Design and PDN (Power Delivery Network) analysis.
  • Experience in Full Custom-based Logic Foundry design.
  • Experience with various tools and equipment for DRAM or HBM product failure analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in product development and analysis related to DRAM or HBM design.
  • Experience in HBM product assembly system analysis.
  • Experience in Full Custom Design environments with advanced process nodes (DRAM 1x nm, Foundry 3nm or below).
  • Proficiency in using Python, Spotfire, Verilog, and Circuit Simulators (Hspice, Csim, PrimeSim, Spectre, etc.).

Benefits

  • Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
  • Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
  • 401k Matching
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care
  • Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
  • Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
  • Corporate discount programs
  • Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees

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

$140,000—$310,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

SK hynix America 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.

In compliance with federal law, SK hynix America also participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon accepting an offer of employment, all newly hired individuals will be required to complete Form I-9, which includes verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. Please review the official government posters detailing your rights and protections prior to applying:

  • E-Verify Participation Poster (Bilingual English & Spanish)
  • IER Right to Work Poster (English)
  • IER Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

Source

Posted by SK hynix America on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:05 UTC; the original is the reference.

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