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# Head of Vision Intelligence at Samsung Research America

- **Company:** Samsung Research America
- **Location:** 665 Clyde Avenue Mountain View CA, United States
- **Compensation:** $345k–$440k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/samsungresearchamerica/jobs/8742353002

## Job description

Lab Summary:

Samsung Research America (SRA) develops next-generation technologies in software, user experience, and services for future products. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with locations across North America, we partner with industry and academia to translate research and innovation into tangible outcomes. We lead in machine intelligence by building AI that is user-centric and physically grounded—AI that understands not just what users want, but their physical context and environment.

Samsung’s North America AI Center in Mountain View, CA, plays a pivotal role in developing next-generation software, user experiences, and intelligent services that enrich consumers’ lives.

Position Summary:

As the Head of Vision Intelligence, you will lead world-class research and development to create transformative multimodal technologies. This position is part of the Samsung Research AI Center and is responsible for driving cutting-edge R&D that directly contributes to the company’s most critical business and product needs.

- Establish and guide innovative research in vision/multimodal AI, agent-based AI and hyper-personalized multimodal user experiences, fully aligned with the company’s global strategy and future product roadmap.
- Elevate Samsung AI Center as a premier global hub for breakthrough AI innovation.

Position Responsibilities:

- Lead Core AI R&D: Drive advanced research in vision AI modeling, Agentic AI modeling, and modern deep learning to power future products and differentiate current businesses.
- Strategic Innovation with Global Teams: In collaboration with Samsung Research and global R&D partners, identify opportunities to revolutionize Samsung products through emerging AI technologies.
- Research Excellence & Impact: Ensure consistent publication at premier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, AAAI, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, TPAMI). Meet ambitious goals for patents and high-impact papers. Organize influential scientific events such as conferences, workshops, and open challenges to enhance global visibility.
- Talent Acquisition & Development: Attract, hire, mentor, and retain top AI researchers and engineers while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Technology Transfer: Work with product teams to integrate research results into consumer-ready solutions, accelerating the deployment of Agentic and personalized AI features across Samsung’s devices and services.

Required Skills:

- PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 10+ years of post-PhD experience leading advanced AI research.
- Deep expertise in vision and multimodal AI and agentic AI (autonomous agents, reasoning, decision-making), plus strong foundations in computer vision, image/video processing, and generative AI applications.
- Proven record of top-tier publications and impactful patents, with successful technology transfer from research to large-scale products.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with Samsung’s global R&D teams and exceptional interpersonal skills to lead and inspire multidisciplinary research groups.
- Demonstrated ability to define long-term AI strategies and manage large, internationally distributed teams.

Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well. Base Pay Range $345,000—$440,000 USD

Additional Information

Disclosure of Trade Secrets

Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer.

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email sratalent@samsung.com.

## Equal Employment Opportunity

At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.

Samsung Research America is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and  provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information regarding protection from discrimination under Federal law for applicants and employees, please refer to this link: [Pay Transparency](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/oasam/centers-offices/civil-rights-center/internal/policies/equal-pay-for-equal-work)

## About Samsung Research America

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Samsung Research America (SRA) is the North American R&D arm of Samsung Electronics, conducting cutting-edge research and prototyping that gets commercialized into Samsung products and services.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, a public company traded on KRX: 005930)
- **Headquarters**: Mountain View, California, USA (665 Clyde Avenue)
- **Founded**: The SRA entity was established in the late 2000s; its timeline of innovation milestones on the website begins in 2017.
- **Founders**: Not applicable (corporate subsidiary; led by President Wonil Roh)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Consumer electronics, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, digital health, robotics, semiconductor design
- **Target customers**: Samsung internal product teams (B2B within Samsung); end users of Samsung devices (B2C)
- **Mission**: “To devote our talent and technology to creating superior products and services that contribute to a better global society.”

## Products & Services
SRA does not sell products directly; its output is research, prototypes, and commercially deployed technologies. Major areas include:
- **ECG Monitor App**: An FDA-cleared application for Galaxy Watch that enables users to record an ECG to screen for atrial fibrillation. [sra.samsung.com](https://sra.samsung.com/)
- **FadeNet**: A convolutional neural‑network technology that predicts large‑scale fading from base stations; commercialized in Samsung CognitiV Radio Planner. [sra.samsung.com](https://sra.samsung.com/)
- **Generative AI / On‑Device AI**: Research into on‑device generative AI models for Samsung devices.
- **6G & Next Generation Communications**: Advanced wireless research including 6G standards and prototypes.
- **Robotics & Med‑Tech**: Prototyping of robotics systems and medical technology solutions.
- **Voice Assistant & Digital Health**: Development of Samsung’s voice assistant and health‑monitoring algorithms.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (SRA operates as a cost center within Samsung Electronics, which had a market cap of ~$300 B as of mid‑2025)
- **Key Metric**: Not publicly available; SRA does not report standalone revenue or funding.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Samsung Electronics (sole owner); partnerships with universities and external research organizations (mentioned on website).
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 9 offices across North America (Mountain View, Plano, Valencia, Cambridge, Irvine, Toronto, Berkeley Heights, San Francisco, New York). [sra.samsung.com/locations](https://sra.samsung.com/locations/)
  - Active hiring across multiple research domains (AI, 6G, robotics, digital health). [sra.samsung.com/careers](https://sra.samsung.com/careers/)
  - Internship programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  - Recent timeline milestones include 2024‑2026 entries for Generative AI, 6G, and On‑Device AI.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Direct path to commercialization**: Research at SRA often ends up in real Samsung products (e.g., ECG app, FadeNet).
- **Global R&D collaboration**: Access to Samsung’s worldwide research centers and vast resources.
- **Multidisciplinary expertise**: Combines AI, wireless, hardware, health, and robotics under one roof.
- **Strong IP portfolio**: Regular patent publications and top‑tier conference papers.

## Strategic Focus
- **Generative AI & On‑Device AI**: Bringing large language models and generative capabilities to Samsung devices.
- **6G Leadership**: Pioneering next‑generation wireless communication standards.
- **Digital Health Expansion**: Continued innovation in wearable health monitoring (ECG, blood pressure, etc.).
- **Robotics & Ambient Intelligence**: Developing human‑centric robots and smart environments.
- **Sustainability & Ethics**: Commitment to environmental management and corporate social responsibility.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values of excellence, change, integrity, co‑prosperity, and diversity & inclusion. [sra.samsung.com/life-at-sra](https://sra.samsung.com/life-at-sra/)
- **Work Policy**: Some roles offer a remote option; many positions are hybrid/on‑site at one of 9 North American offices.
- **Perks & Benefits**:
  - Competitive compensation, 401k, medical/dental/vision, parental leave.
  - Additional perks: product discounts, wellness programs, Samsung University (learning), onsite fitness centers, subsidized meals, dog‑friendly campuses, automated coffee bars.
  - Activity clubs and a strong emphasis on work‑life balance.
- **Engineering Culture**: High autonomy in research; prototyping is encouraged (“we make to learn”); opportunity to publish patents and conference papers.
- **Internships**: Structured programs for undergraduates and postgraduates with real research impact.

## Sources
1. [sra.samsung.com](https://sra.samsung.com/) – Main site, research areas, and product highlights.
2. [sra.samsung.com/about-sra](https://sra.samsung.com/about-sra/) – Mission, history, and leadership.
3. [sra.samsung.com/careers](https://sra.samsung.com/careers/) – Current job openings and remote option.
4. [sra.samsung.com/life-at-sra](https://sra.samsung.com/life-at-sra/) – Culture, perks, benefits, diversity & inclusion.
5. [sra.samsung.com/locations](https://sra.samsung.com/locations/) – Office locations across North America.

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