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Staff Engineer, DRAM Field Application
Sk Hynix America INC · 🇺🇸 San Jose, CA
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- 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. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- 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. 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 roles3 certified filings for “AI Systems Engineer” (Information Technology Project Managers) in CA: $140k–$200k, median $198k. Most were filed at wage level III (67%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. 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).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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Sponsor Radar — Sk Hynix America INC
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. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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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 Overview: The DRAM Field Application Engineer will lead customer‑facing technical engagements and serve as a senior technical and strategic interface between key customers, contract manufacturers, and headquarters. This role is responsible for driving design wins, managing complex customer programs, and ensuring the successful adoption, qualification, and lifecycle management of DRAM products. Key Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary senior technical interface for key customers, providing expert guidance on DRAM products, system integration, and issue resolution • Identify customers’ current and future technical and product requirements and drive design wins through product evaluation, sampling, and qualification • Lead new product introductions (NPI), including qualification planning, sample planning, and coordination with customers, contract manufacturers, and HQ teams • Own customer product lifecycle management, including product roadmap communication, PCN/EOL management, and technical documentation support • Manage customer product quality, acting as the escalation point for RMA, failure analysis, and corrective action activities in collaboration with HQ QA teams • Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular technical and program reviews, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction • Collaborate cross‑functionally with HQ R&D, Product Planning, Quality, Sales, and Operations teams to align customer needs with product and technology strategies Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field • 10–15 years of experience in Field Application Engineering, customer technical support, or semiconductor/memory‑related roles • Strong working knowledge of DRAM products, memory architecture, and DRAM operation principles • Proven experience managing complex customer qualifications, system‑level debugging, and technical issue resolution • Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in a relevant technical field • Extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, preferably DRAM or memory products • Hands‑on experience with DRAM quality management, reliability, and failure analysis processes • Experience leading major customer accounts or strategic programs • Strong presentation and documentation skills • Fluent bilingual communication in English and Korean, with experience working in global, customer‑facing environments Requirement: • Authorized to work in the US 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 •