Position Summary
A Research Director at Samsung AI Center leads strategic research initiatives and manages teams of research scientists and engineers working on cutting-edge technologies, particularly in areas of machine learning, generative AI, model compression, optimization, on-device deployment, and emerging technologies that align with Samsung's long-term vision and product ecosystem.Role and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy- Define and execute long-term research vision and strategy aligned with Samsung's business objectives and product roadmap
- Lead and mentor diverse teams of research scientists, engineers, and interns
- Collaborate closely with product teams, business units to translate research breakthroughs into practical applications and commercial solutions
- Foster innovation culture and maintain Samsung's competitive position at the forefront of AI technological advancement
- Oversee multiple complex research projects from conception through publication, implementation, successful on-device deployment and commercialization
- Ensure research quality, methodological rigor, and scientific excellence across all projects
- Guide publication strategies for top-tier academic conferences while balancing open research with proprietary innovations
- Drive intellectual property development and patent filing strategies
- Evaluate emerging research directions and assess their potential impact on Samsung's technology portfolio
- Recruit, hire, and develop world-class research talent across diverse technical disciplines
- Provide technical mentorship, career development guidance, and performance management for team members
- Manage resource allocation for research initiatives and infrastructure
- Create a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, risk-taking, and breakthrough thinking
- Build and maintain high-performing, inclusive research teams that deliver exceptional results
Education & Experience
Education- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related technical field
- 10+ years of post-PhD research experience with a strong publication record in top-tier venues as both main contributor and manager
- Previous leadership experience of managing research teams of 10+ members (typically 5+ years in leadership roles)
- Proven track record of successfully translating research innovations into real-world products, deployments, or measurable business impact
- Experience with technology transfer and commercialization processes
- Deep expertise in relevant areas of AI/ML, including at least some of large language models, multi-modal generative AI, speech and audio analysis, computer vision, mobile AI, or edge computing
- Strong understanding of current research trends, emerging technologies, and their potential applications
- Experience with large-scale distributed systems, model optimization, and practical deployment challenges
- Knowledge of mobile and embedded systems constraints, particularly relevant to Samsung's device ecosystem
- Familiarity with hardware-software co-design principles and on-device AI optimization
- Experience with professional software development practices, and software project management in an industry setting.
- Exceptional communication and presentation abilities for both technical and executive audiences
- Extensive experience working with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and business development
- Strategic thinking capabilities with proven ability to set long-term research vision and roadmaps
- Ability to influence and drive consensus across organizations without direct authority
- Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships across Samsung's global research and business units
Skills and Qualifications
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What We Do
Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the Internet of Things space through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives.
Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top 10 global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth.
