Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 6 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What Sk Hynix America INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Sr.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 6 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Sk Hynix America INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 1 certified filing for “Sr. Staff Engineer, Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design” (Electronics Engineers, Except Computer) in CA: $200k–$200k, median $200k. The pay stated here ($10,000 per year) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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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: Director of 3D Stacked Logic Design
Office Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Onsite
Job Summary:
This role leads the design and implementation of high-speed digital IP for 3D-stacked DRAM peripheral circuits and DFT, driving co-development initiatives with U.S.-based customers to enable DRAM-on-Logic system configurations. Key responsibilities include managing foundry verification of service-ready IPs, establishing IP business infrastructure, and ensuring seamless integration within customer design environments. The position focuses on strengthening market leadership through advanced digital IP design and delivering comprehensive services that support the co-design of 3D-stacked DRAM logic dies.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the design of high-speed digital IP for 3D-stacked DRAM peripheral circuits and DFT with U.S.-based customers (including RTL design to implementation).
• Drive foundry Verification of Service-Ready IPs and Infrastructure Setup for IP Business.
• Deliver Services to Ensure Seamless IP Integration in Customer Design Environments.
• Strengthen Leadership in the DRAM-on-Logic Era through advanced digital IP design for 3D-Stacked DRAM.
• Provide digital IP services for 3D-stacked DRAM to enable DRAM-on-Logic system configurations for customers.
• Co-design of 3D-stacked DRAM Logic Die with U.S –based customers.
• Improve competitiveness through close engagement with customers in US.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Development of Digital Logic IP/SoC based on Hardware Description Languages (Verilog, VHDL).
• 8+ years of relevant experience in the following areas:
• Experience in RTL design and implementation memory PHY, hard macro IP for high-speed circuit, or high-speed digital IP design
• Experience in memory controller
• Experience in memory Built-in Self Test(BIST), DRAM Design for Test(DFT) / Design for Debug(DFD)
• Deep understanding of PPA analysis and optimization, and physical design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; ability to present technical concepts to cross functional teams and senior management.
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
$250,000 — $300,000 USD
Equal Employment Opportunity:
SK hynix America
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