Senior System Software Engineer

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To provide the best candidate experience with our high application volumes, we limit applications to a total of 10 over 6 months. 

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 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

Are you interested in collaborating with industry’s open ecosystem leaders? Consider joining the Global Open Ecosystem Team (GOST) which builds emerging ecosystems to support Samsung hardware. Our team is comprised of key contributors to open standards and open source projects such as the Linux kernel, xNVME, fio and the Storage Performance Development Kit (https://spdk.io).

 

In this role you will work closely with our memory management experts to support enablement of Samsung memory hardware. This role includes a mix of upstream open-source contributions and support for internal Samsung projects.

• Understand and contribute to Linux OS memory management software to enable application optimizations
• Contribute internally and externally to key applications such as in-memory databases and AI pipelines to optimize application performance on Samsung hardware
• Debug, root cause and fix issues identified in memory management systems software impacting Samsung memory hardware and provide internal and external documentation
• Build expertise to support teams within Samsung that are reliant on memory management expertise
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

 

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose office/headquarters 2-3 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time.

 

Job Id: 42353

What You Bring:

• • Bachelors + 5 years; Masters + 3years of experience or Ph.D. in computer science/ related field.
  • Systems software development experience preferred (including operating and systems software)
  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas, concepts and determine solutions leveraging open source software
  • You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
  • An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
  • You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
  • Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. 

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

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.
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