{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"348ac31bfb10d7f3e92eb97e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/348ac31bfb10d7f3e92eb97e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/348ac31bfb10d7f3e92eb97e","title":"Senior Manager, Robot Intelligence Data Efficiency","description":"Job LocationMountain View, CA\r\nJob CategoryJob TypeFull-Time\r\nJob #402876\r\nJob DepartmentThe Robot Intelligence Lab at Samsung Research America is a new facility dedicated to advancing the field of robotics through cutting-edge research and development. The lab’s mission is to develop advanced technologies to power intelligent robotic systems capable of manipulation, navigation, and complex reasoning for a variety of high-impact application areas. To achieve this mission, the lab collaborates closely with external entities such as universities, startups, and government labs, as well as with several Samsung Product and Advanced Research labs.\r\nPosition Summary:\r\nSamsung Research America is looking for a Senior Manager who has an established track record in research and project management in robotics to lead a new Data Efficiency group under the Robot Intelligence Lab.Our ideal candidate is excited about working together with researchers, developers, and roboticists to explore novel AI-led techniques towards generalizing robots to perform tasks in the real world. Samsung’s unique advantage in the consumer electronics market and growing focus on AI will provide you with exciting technical challenges and a rewarding career experience. By leveraging Samsung’s vast product ecosystem to deliver novel user experiences, your work will define Samsung’s future in robotics and significantly impact real-world users.\r\nPosition Responsibilities:\r\nDirect and manage state-of-the-art R&D to push boundaries of data efficient learning methods for robotics, including simulation training and evaluation, learning from egocentric video, generative models for simulation testing, real2sim2real, and teleoperation data augmentation\r\nLead a team to engineer efficient pipelines for data processing, learning, and model deployment, and support its use by groups within the Robot Intelligence Lab and affiliated Samsung Product and Advanced Research labs\r\nLead a team to prepare proof-of-concepts, demo/prototypes, design, and execute pilot studies using available robot platforms\r\nManage the operations of the team, such as recruiting, execution of technical milestones, patenting, contracting, purchasing, and facilities\r\nGenerate patents and scientific research papers for top-tier publications\r\nRequired Skills:\r\nPhD. degree in a technology or engineering discipline or equivalent combination of education, training\r\n7+ years of work experience after PhD. in the robotics domain\r\nDeep knowledge and experience in ML training, including data and model management techniques, data augmentation approaches, multi-GPU training, model tuning, and model deployment\r\nKnowledge of production robot learning pipelines and options for data mixtures, including simulation, teleoperation, egocentric video, and third person video\r\nStrong understanding of robotics fundamentals, including locomotion, manipulation, sensor inputs, SLAM, ROS, simulation environments (e.g. Nvidia Isaac-SIM), and policy architectures\r\nPassion for leading teams and providing both formal and informal mentorship\r\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage customers at a business level in addition to a technical level\r\nSound knowledge of early-stage technology research programs: understanding user needs, gathering requirements, defining project scope and deliverables, building schedules and executing programs from inception to prototyping\r\nStay current with AI/ML and robot learning trends and research; be a thought leader in the Robot Learning area\r\nSpecial Attributes:\r\nThrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment\r\nContribute in a team-oriented environment, while driving your own agenda\r\nPrioritize multiple tasks in order to consistently meet deadlines\r\nCreatively solve problems in an analytical environment\r\nResilience to overcome hurdles and address failures with alternative paths\r\nAdapt quickly to new environments, people, technologies and processes\r\nHigh caliber presentation skills with the ability to adapt message to the audience and situation\r\nGenerate ideas while understanding and incorporating different points of view\r\nMust be willing to travel domestically and internationally (10%)\r\nOur 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\r\n$203,700 — $305,500 USD\r\nAdditional Information\r\nDisclosure of Trade Secrets\r\nSamsung 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.\r\nEssential Job Functions\r\nThis 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.\r\nSamsung 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.\r\nAt 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. 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The lab’s mission is to develop advanced technologies to power intelligent robotic systems capable of manipulation, navigation, and complex reasoning for a variety of high-impact application areas. To achieve this mission, the lab collaborates closely with external entities such as universities, startups, and government labs, as well as with several Samsung Product and Advanced Research labs.\r\nPosition Summary:\r\nSamsung Research America is looking for a Senior Manager who has an established track record in research and project management in robotics to lead a new Data Efficiency group under the Robot Intelligence Lab.Our ideal candidate is excited about working together with researchers, developers, and roboticists to explore novel AI-led techniques towards generalizing robots to perform tasks in the real world. 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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.\r\nSamsung 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.\r\nAt 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.\r\nSamsung 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.\r\nFor more information regarding protection from discrimination under Federal law for applicants and employees, please refer to this link:Pay Transparency#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-11-04T01:56:11.521Z","dateModified":"2026-11-04T01:56:11.521Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Samsung Electronics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Mountain View","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"348ac31bfb10d7f3e92eb97e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/348ac31bfb10d7f3e92eb97e"}}