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Samsung Semiconductor INC

Staff Engineer, VSDRAM Process Integration

San Jose, California, United States Posted today

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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 123 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.
  • 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.
  • What Samsung Semiconductor INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles45 certified filings for “Staff Engineer” (Electronics Engineers, Except Computer) in CA: $157k–$186k, median $169k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 123 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 Samsung Semiconductor INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
45 certified filings for “Staff Engineer” (Electronics Engineers, Except Computer) in CA: $157k–$186k, median $169k. Most were filed at wage level III (43%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. 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

Please Note: To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period. 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 Samsung Semiconductor Inc. is looking for a talent that has strong background and experience on process integration of semiconductor technology development. The candidate will be developing the next generation DRAM technology. The Process Integration Engineer of Samsung Semiconductor will be responsible for growing Samsung’s memory business, building technology leadership and market opportunities. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose office/headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy Job ID :43068 • Plan, design, and implement process integration for quality wafer fabrication process for future DRAM • Define technology requirements, design rule, structural and electrical specifications • Execute technology integration activities in novel DRAM device components such as memory array transistors, capacitors, CMOS transistors, and memory array interface • Identify key module requirements, technology gaps and drive cross function team • Engage with cross-function teams with simulation, process development, process architect, circuit design, quality assurance, to meet the target product requirements • Process module development and full process integration • Technical interactions with internal and external customers. • Analyze, extract, interpretive, feedback inline inspection data, measurement data to improve performance and reliability • Complete other responsibilities as assigned What You Bring • BS and 10+ years of industry experience; MS with 8+ years of industry experience or PhD and 5+ years of industry experience preferred. • 2+ years of DRAM, NAND and/or emerging memory research & development experiences. • Required knowledge, achievements, and skillsets in unit process engineering. • Strong knowledge of Design of Experience principles and analytical skills • Experiences with process integration and core/peri architecture co-optimization. • Proficient with statistical data analysis software • Inclusive, adapt 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. #LI-SF1 What We Offer The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 you

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