Architect, Edge AI & Next-Gen Consumer Devices

Samsung Research America; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 198,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Research America seeks a Senior Manager who sits at the intersection of hardware expertise, AI technology trends, and product strategy. You will not be managing a backlog of features; you will be an architect of what comes next.

In an era of On-Device AI, you will lead the ideation of devices leveraging new sensor tech and AI models, translating them into world-class products across Samsung ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or PhD with focus on hardware, sensors, or embedded systems.
• 7+ years in consumer electronics hardware tech, with 2–3 years in Technical Product Management or Product Strategy.
• Deep domain expertise in device architecture, including SoC design, RF, power management, and sensor fusion.
• Strong knowledge of On-Device AI, AI accelerators, edge computing, and interaction with hardware.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and hardware innovations relevant to Samsung's consumer electronics.
• Evaluate emerging hardware technologies for product viability.
• Propose next-gen devices where AI is the core differentiator.
• Bridge R&D, engineering, and business strategy to build executable roadmaps.
• Foster relationships with startups, VCs, accelerators, and universities.
• Lead POC discussions and drive partnerships, commercialization, or investments.
• Drive pivotal initiatives that increase Samsung’s differentiation in the space.

Skills

Hardware architecture

On-Device AI

AI accelerators

SoC design

RF systems

Sensor fusion

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Leadership across teams

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in hardware/sensors/embedded systems

Job description

Samsung Research America seeks a Senior Manager who sits at the intersection of hardware expertise, AI technology trends, and product strategy. You will not be managing a backlog of features; you will be an architect of what comes next.

In an era of On-Device AI, you will lead the ideation of devices leveraging new sensor tech and AI models, translating them into world-class products across Samsung ecosystems.