Director Federal Government Relations

Samsung Semiconductor Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 182,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Charitable giving match

Paid time off (4+ weeks)

Fertility/adoption stipend

Medical travel support

Virtual vet care

Confidential therapy sessions

Onsite cafe and gym

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor Inc. is seeking a Director of Federal Government Relations to strengthen and build relationships with Congress and the Executive Branch on semiconductor policy.

The role requires daily onsite presence at the Washington, DC office in line with our flexible work policy. Reporting to the Vice President of Government Affairs, you will lead stakeholder engagement, coordinate events with Congress, and manage PAC activity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Juris Doctor or Graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years in an advocacy role, preferably in the semiconductor, broader tech and/or trade ecosystem.
• Previous experience working with U.S. government officials required; experience with CHIPS Act implementation or export control policy a plus.
• Solid familiarity with Samsung's semiconductor products, foundry business, memory chip operations, and manufacturing strategy.
• Strong command of policy and legislative issues core to Samsung's semiconductor business, including trade, export controls, energy, tax incentives (Section 48D/ITC), national security, critical minerals, and appropriations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish solid working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, including semiconductor industry coalitions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and partner with other cross‑functional team members.
• Excellent leadership and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen relationships with members of Congress and the Executive Branch on semiconductor policy.
• Lead DC office activities, including site visits, PAC fundraisers, events, and advocacy campaigns.
• Coordinate new programming for events and activities in Samsung's DC office with the Public Policy team.
• Engage with committees and coalitions overseeing CHIPS Act implementation, export controls, and supply chain policy.
• Identify and report on significant legislation or regulations to senior management and staff across policy, communications, and business channels.
• Support semiconductor and foundry business teams at federal, state, and local levels and manage administration relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communications

Relationship building

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor orGraduate degree preferred

Job description

What You’ll Do

Director of Federal Government Relations would be primarily responsible for strengthening and building relationships with members of Congress and the Executive Branch on semiconductor and advanced technology manufacturing policy. The candidate would sense opportunities and risk and identify key legislative opportunities to drive Samsung's semiconductor strategy and engagement at the highest levels in the U.S. government, including implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act and related industrial policy.

Location: Daily onsite presence at Samsung Washington DC office in alignment with our Flexible Work policy

Reports to: Vice President Government Affairs

• Reporting directly to the Vice President of Government Relations and developing relationship-building activities and opportunities, including semiconductor fabrication facility site visits, PAC fundraisers, events, and advocacy campaigns.
• Coordinating new programming for events and activities in the company's DC office, including meet and greets with members of Congress, hosting events with congressional semiconductor/tech caucuses, coalitions or industry partners (e.g., Semiconductor Industry Association, and receptions for congressional staff and members focused on chip manufacturing and supply chain issues.
• Political outreach by attending and hosting fundraisers for candidates funded through the company's PAC.
  • This includes planning and executing a distribution campaign for key federal candidates, particularly those on committees overseeing CHIPS Act implementation, export controls, and semiconductor supply chain security.
• Engagement with members and leaders of the House and Senate, including with committees of jurisdiction over technology, tax and trade, export controls, and appropriations.
• Other duties include:
  • Executing the team's legislative agenda on semiconductor manufacturing incentives, R&D tax credits, export control policy, and supply chain resilience among other issues.
  • Managing day-to-day external stakeholder relationships and coordination with Samsung's Public Policy team and business teams on semiconductor and broader technology priorities.
  • Identifying and reporting on significant legislation or regulations - including export controls, CHIPS Act funding decisions, tariffs, and critical minerals policy - to senior management, public policy, strategic communications, and business channel staff to assess potential impact on Samsung's semiconductor business.
  • Providing support for semiconductor and foundry business teams at the federal, state, and local political levels and with administration relationships (Commerce, including the Bureau of Industry and Security, NIST/CHIPS Program Office; Department of Energy; and USTR,) and identifying business opportunities.
  • Political engagement with governors in relevant states, particularly those with existing or prospective Samsung semiconductor manufacturing investments (e.g., Texas).
  • Supporting and helping drive participation in Samsung's PAC.
  • Representation of Samsung at trade association (SIA, SEMI), government, coalition, and other industry stakeholder meetings related to semiconductor policy.
  • Coordination with internal teams to improve the legislative environment for semiconductor manufacturing and enhance Samsung's reputation in Washington as a domestic chip manufacturing investor.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree required. Juris Doctor or Graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years in an advocacy role, preferably in the semiconductor, broader tech and/or trade ecosystem.
• Previous experience working with S. government officials required; experience with CHIPS Act implementation or export control policy a plus.
• Solid familiarity with Samsung's semiconductor products, foundry business, memory chip operations, and manufacturing strategy.
• Strong command of policy and legislative issues core to Samsung's semiconductor business, including trade, export controls, energy, tax incentives (Section 48D/ITC), national security, critical minerals, and appropriations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish solid working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, including semiconductor industry coalitions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and partner with other cross‑functional team members.
• Excellent leadership and communications skills.

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.

Base Pay Range: $182,000 – $290,000 USD

• Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
• Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
• Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
• Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
• Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Cafe and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
• Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.