Samsung Research America
Senior Staff AI Research Engineer, On-Device Language Intelligence
Samsung Research America, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Lab Summary
Samsung AI Research Center (AIC) located in Mountain View, California, is currently recruiting outstanding scientists for the Language and Personal Intelligence lab. Our goal is to perform research and development with direct impact on future Samsung products reaching hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We are focused on pushing the state-of-the-art and practice in on-device natural language intelligence. Position Summary
We are looking for highly skilled and motivated Researchers/Engineers to join our team and contribute to the development of our future natural language intelligence. Position Responsibilities
Conduct cutting-edge research and development of large foundation models (LLM, VLM, and Reasoning) for future, including model design, efficient model training, instruction tuning, prompt engineering, planning, action and related topics Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, engineers, and domain experts to understand requirements, develop prototypes, and deliver robust solutions Conduct thorough evaluations and analysis of model performance, identify areas for improvement, and propose innovative solutions to enhance the overall quality and capabilities of large language models Generate creative solutions (patents), publish research results in top conferences (papers) Required Skills
PhD in C.S., EE or related fields or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 10+ years of research experience in the fields of AI/NLP/ML Experience conducting research and shipping user facing products Experience in large language model (LLM), including Transformer model architecture, attention mechanisms, decoder only LLMs, SSM architecture. Foundational LLM training experience is a plus, including data curation, distributed training, and hyperparameter tuning Experience in making LLM-based solution deployable on-device with small latency and memory (e.g., knowledge distillation) and on-device acceleration. NPU optimization is a plus Experience in LLM alignment, instruction tuning, LoRA, Adapter, etc. Experience in Expertise in multi-step reasoning, planning, reinforcement learning (including RLHF), etc. Proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar, and strong hands-on experience with large language models (e.g., GPT, LLaMA, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts and research findings in a clear and concise manner Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced research and development environment A strong product/commercialization deliverable experience is required Base Pay Range
$188,400 - $282,450 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. Equal Employment Opportunity and Accessibility
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. 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, 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:
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Samsung AI Research Center (AIC) located in Mountain View, California, is currently recruiting outstanding scientists for the Language and Personal Intelligence lab. Our goal is to perform research and development with direct impact on future Samsung products reaching hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We are focused on pushing the state-of-the-art and practice in on-device natural language intelligence. Position Summary
We are looking for highly skilled and motivated Researchers/Engineers to join our team and contribute to the development of our future natural language intelligence. Position Responsibilities
Conduct cutting-edge research and development of large foundation models (LLM, VLM, and Reasoning) for future, including model design, efficient model training, instruction tuning, prompt engineering, planning, action and related topics Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, engineers, and domain experts to understand requirements, develop prototypes, and deliver robust solutions Conduct thorough evaluations and analysis of model performance, identify areas for improvement, and propose innovative solutions to enhance the overall quality and capabilities of large language models Generate creative solutions (patents), publish research results in top conferences (papers) Required Skills
PhD in C.S., EE or related fields or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 10+ years of research experience in the fields of AI/NLP/ML Experience conducting research and shipping user facing products Experience in large language model (LLM), including Transformer model architecture, attention mechanisms, decoder only LLMs, SSM architecture. Foundational LLM training experience is a plus, including data curation, distributed training, and hyperparameter tuning Experience in making LLM-based solution deployable on-device with small latency and memory (e.g., knowledge distillation) and on-device acceleration. NPU optimization is a plus Experience in LLM alignment, instruction tuning, LoRA, Adapter, etc. Experience in Expertise in multi-step reasoning, planning, reinforcement learning (including RLHF), etc. Proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar, and strong hands-on experience with large language models (e.g., GPT, LLaMA, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts and research findings in a clear and concise manner Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced research and development environment A strong product/commercialization deliverable experience is required Base Pay Range
$188,400 - $282,450 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. Equal Employment Opportunity and Accessibility
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. 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, 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:
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* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Location (City) * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website - Please include Google Scholar and/or personal web page if available. * How did you hear about this job? * Select... Please specify details from your answer above (example: job board name, employee referrer's name, etc.) * Are you legally authorized to work in United States of America for Samsung Research America? * Select... Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) to work legally for Samsung Research America in United States of America? * Select... Additional Information for California Residents: * Select... Information about what we are doing to meet the obligations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Consumer Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) other important information for California residents is available at
SRA’s Job Applicant Privacy Policy . Please review the policy carefully, and if you agree to the collection, processing, use, and transfer of your personal information as described in the policy, please indicate your acceptance by selecting “Accept” from the following drop down menu. Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years. Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp . How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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