Senior Manager, Consumer AI Hardware & Strategy

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

Job summary

Samsung Research America is seeking a Senior Manager who operates at the intersection of hardware expertise, AI technology trends, and product strategy. You will architect next-generation concepts rather than manage a feature backlog, translating R&D outcomes into executable roadmaps for Samsung’s consumer electronics lineup.

Ideal candidates will have deep device architecture knowledge (SoC, RF, power, sensors), expertise in On-Device AI, and a track record leading multi-team, cross-geo

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field (PhD preferred).
• 7+ years in consumer electronics hardware tech with strategic product experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and breakthroughs in hardware relevant to Samsung devices.
• Evaluate emerging hardware tech and determine product viability.
• Synthesize trends with feasibility to propose AI-driven devices.
• Bridge R&D, engineering, and business strategy to create roadmaps.
• Foster relationships with startups, VCs, accelerators, and academia.
• Lead rapid prototyping, BOM modeling, and risk analysis for concepts.
• Lead discussions and drive POCs with partners toward partnerships or investments.

Skills

Hardware architecture

SoC design

RF systems

AI accelerator architectures

Edge computing

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Project management

Global partnerships

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Samsung Research America is seeking a Senior Manager who operates at the intersection of hardware expertise, AI technology trends, and product strategy. You will architect next-generation concepts rather than manage a feature backlog, translating R&D outcomes into executable roadmaps for Samsung’s consumer electronics lineup.

Ideal candidates will have deep device architecture knowledge (SoC, RF, power, sensors), expertise in On-Device AI, and a track record leading multi-team, cross-geo