AI Scientist

Samsung SDSA is seeking an artificial intelligence scientist with at least 2 years of professional experience to develop AI/ML models that can be applied in solving business problems. The candidate must be capable of researching and developing AI algorithms to process and interpret structured and non-structured data. Ability to communicate with non-technical audiences to elicit requirements and summarize findings is required.

We are extremely collaborative with very good team dynamics. We constantly keep up to date with the latest AI technologies and very quick to adopting these as long as they are relevant to our products. In a nutshell, we do applied R&D in AI with a clear focus on productization of AI. Internal title for this role is AI Research.

Samsung SDS is the digital arm of the Samsung group and a global provider of cloud and digital transformation innovations. Samsung SDS delivers enterprise-grade solutions and services in cloud, secure mobility, analytics / AI, digital marketing and digital workspace. We enable our customers in government, financial services, healthcare, and other industries to drive business in a hyper-connected economy helping them to increase productivity, safeguard assets, and make smarter decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Survey and research state of the art AI/ML technologies to identify appropriate technical solutions
• Come up with fundamental technical ideas in the AI/ML domain and design / conduct experiments to verify them and write them up as technical reports or publications
• Design, implement, and optimize models using mainstream AI/ML frameworks
• Prototype AI based solutions by performing training, validation, and testing
• Define procedures for obtaining data, ensuring validity and accuracy
• Collaborate with product managers to elicit model requirements

Requirements

• 2+ years’ of professional experience as AI Scientist

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field

• Knowledge of modern theory and algorithms in the areas of AI, statistical machine learning, and deep learning

• Experience with modern Deep Learning architectures

• Experience and knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) applications OR experience and knowledge of computer vision applications

• Hands-on experience with Transformer based models for NLP, computer vision, and multi-modal AI is a plus

• Experience with Python and/or C++ programming languages

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow

• Hands-on experience with data modeling and analysis

• Strong analytical and algorithmic problem-solving skills

• Strong publication record in the mentioned technical areas in widely read publications

Benefits

Samsung SDSA offers a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:

• Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• 401K match and savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Additional benefits

The base pay range for this role is USD $165,000 - $200,000 per year.

Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of the role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual bonus. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 10 scheduled paid holidays, and Paid Time Off.

Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.