Tech Dir Research Science

Responsibilities

• 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

• Experience with DRAM-based memory system architectures with a track record of developing innovative solutions is required
• Knowledge of memory standards (DDRx, LPDDRx, LRDIMM, etc.) is required
• Knowledge of server architectures and their memory systems is required
• Knowledge of memory controller architecture and functionality is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
• 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

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 today's 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.