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Rambus a premier chip and silicon IP provider is seeking to hire an exceptional Memory Architect Technical Directorto join Rambus Labsin San Jose will be joining some of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world to develop products that make data faster and safer.

As a Memory Architect Technical Directorthe candidate will be reporting to the Director/Fellow of the architecture research group in Rambus Labs. This is a Full-Timeposition.

Do you like to work in an environment where your contributions and innovations are valued and recognized Where you get to make an impact on the future of memory architecture

Then come and join Rambus Labs the R&D center of Rambus. The Memory Architecture Research Group within Rambus Labs is looking for an experienced Memory Systems Architect to work with our team to develop breakthrough solutions for future computing challenges. You will be responsible for researching and architecting memory subsystems for data centers and AI/ML applications. Youll work closely with the most senior research team members in a role that collaborates across the company and that helps define the roadmap for corporate investment in this area. Rambus has a stimulating work culture and a strong technical ladder that attracts the best minds in the industry.

The Memory Architect will join a team of memory system thought leaders investigating architecting and developing intellectual property across the memory and storage hierarchy. The Memory Architecture Research group has the responsibility for projecting market and technology trends 5 years in the future identifying key roadblocks and disruptive opportunities ahead of the industry and architecting solutions that can lead to significant future revenue streams. With a focus on solving technical challenges in the enterprise/datacenter markets candidates can expect the work to be intellectually challenging with a strong emphasis on research quality that leads to substantial innovations in memory architecture

• Research architect and analyze/model innovative memory device and memory system architectures that address performance and power challenges faced by the enterprise/datacenter and AI markets.
• Track key industry and technology trends develop technology roadmaps that help guide our future research initiatives.
• Propose new memory products and features and work with the appropriate product groups to prototype and commercialize.
• Lead/participate in critical initiatives within Rambus Labs.
• Develop intellectual property and file patents where appropriate.
• Attend relevant technical and industry conferences publish/present relevant work.
• Engage with partners and potential customers to understand market needs and industry trends.

PhD with 10 years of experience. Advanced degrees are preferred

OR

BSEE/MS or similar technical degree with 15 years of industry experience

Skills

• Experience with DRAM-based memory system architectures with a track record of developing innovative solutions is
• Knowledge of memory standards (DDRx LPDDRx LRDIMM etc.) is
• Knowledge of server architectures and their memory systems is
• Knowledge of memory controller architecture and functionality is
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are
• Experience with performance modeling/analysis of memory subsystems is strongly desired
• Familiarity with current data center system configurations applications and performance limitations is strongly desired
• A track record of developing intellectual property is strongly desired
• Knowledge of emerging memories (RRAM MRAM PCM) is a desired
• Knowledge of serial link protocols (PCIe SATA etc.) is desired
• Knowledge of server software architectures (MMU VM Operating Systems Firmware etc.) in the memory system domain is desired

About Rambus

With over 30 years of innovation and semiconductor expertise Rambus leads the industry with products and solutions speed performance expand capacity and improve security for todays most demanding applications. From data center and edge to artificial intelligence and automotive our interface and security IP and memory interface chips enable SoC and system designers to deliver their vision of the future.

Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary bonus equity matching 401(k) employee stock purchase plan comprehensive medical and dental benefits time-off program and gym membership.

The US salary range for this full-time position is $169300 to $314300. Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The successful candidates starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills experience qualifications work location and market conditions.

Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may let us know in the application.

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