--- title: 'Staff AI Product Designer at Samsung Research America' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/staff-ai-product-designer-samsung-research-america-30-w-26th-street-6yxhv8jzsyhr' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Staff AI Product Designer at Samsung Research America - **Company:** Samsung Research America - **Location:** 30 W 26th Street, New York, New York 10010 - **Compensation:** $192k–$265k - **Posted:** 2026-03-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/samsungresearchamerica/jobs/8485501002 ## Job description Global UX Studio Summary Based in New York, Samsung’s Global UX Studio is an independent design and research studio that senses, explores and invents human-centered experiences, and future product experiences, looking 3 to 5 years out. Position Summary As a Staff AI Product Designer, you will drive end-to-end UX concept development across the studio's most forward-looking initiatives. Working closely with studio conversational (Content) designers, creative technologists, and researchers, you'll shape the future of Samsung's Galaxy ecosystem. You're a systems thinker and hands-on inventor who moves fluidly between near-term design craft and long-horizon strategy. You'll report to the Sr. Design Director and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team that includes Creative Technologists, Researchers, and AI. Position Responsibilities - Lead UX concept development for Generative Design System investigations — including adaptive UI surfaces, tokenized design patterns, and machine-readable component architectures for AI composition - Define and prototype Agentic OS interaction models — including intent-based navigation, multi-agent task orchestration, and dynamic layout systems that replace traditional app grid paradigms - Translate complex AI system behaviors into clear, human-centered interaction flows, scenarios, and design frameworks - Develop strategy documents, user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity concept visions that communicate direction to both design peers and executive leadership - Contribute to JTBD analysis, opportunity mapping, and product roadmap decisions Required Skills - Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or equivalent required. Master’s or PhD preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience - 10+ years of UX, Interaction Design, or HCI experience, with at least 3 years focused on emerging or AI-powered product experiences Design for AI and Emerging Systems - Demonstrated experience designing for agentic or AI-native interfaces — including proactive systems, multi-step task flows, or autonomous agent UX - Fluency with generative UI principles Hands-on knowledge of design system tokenization Understanding of LLM / AI model behavior ane agentic system design patterns — orchestration layers, delegation models, agent handoff, and user control/override mechanisms - Experience designing multimodal interactions — voice, gesture, visual, or ambient input/output across device types UX Craft - Strong command of OS-level or system UX design — navigation models, information architecture, cross-surface continuity - Experience working within or alongside a scaled design system, including contributing patterns, interaction specs, or component logic - Ability to create compelling concept visions — from rough scenario sketches to polished, leadership-ready artifacts Soft Skills - Systems thinker who can hold both the 10,000-ft strategic vision and the 1-ft craft detail simultaneously - Strong communicator who can distill complex AI concepts into clear, compelling narratives for executive and cross-functional audiences - Intellectually curious with a genuine interest in how AI will reshape human behavior, not just interface patterns 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 $192,300—$264,550 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. 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