Job LocationMountain View, CA
Job CategoryAffiliates
Job TypeFull-Time
Job #402428
Job DepartmentGroup Summary: Samsung Ventures America (SVA) represents the U.S. arm of Samsung's venture investment operations, with offices in Mountain View, CA, and Boston, MA. With over $2.8B assets under management (AUM), the team's core mandate is to identify pioneering technologies that can be integrated within Samsung's business model, thereby enriching the global technology landscape. Our investment interests span semiconductors, materials, mobile services, software, security, enterprise solutions, bioengineering, fintech, insuretech, among others. We evaluate investment prospects ranging from nascent-stage startups to advanced pre-IPO enterprises.
Position Summary: The Investment Manager role is dedicated to formulating investment strategies in AI and other complementary sectors, as well as venturing into unconventional domains for Samsung to infuse fresh innovation. This professional will spearhead the process of identifying startups, executing comprehensive market analysis, undertaking due diligence, and performing intricate financial modeling. The position is based at our Mountain View office.
Ideal candidates will possess a robust technical acumen, possibly supplemented by consultancy or prior experience in Venture Capital/Corporate Venture Capital (VC/CVC). It's imperative for the candidate to ideate strategies that foster mutual growth for both Samsung and associated startups. An inherent passion for innovation and an inquisitive mindset are quintessential. This role provides a pivotal platform to deeply explore specific technologies, influence Samsung's innovative trajectory, and broaden the tech ecosystem via venture capital initiatives.
An auxiliary facet of this position involves championing the Samsung Ventures brand. Through proactive networking with startups and other VC/CVC entities, this role will augment Samsung Ventures' market presence, articulating its unique value proposition to the wider industry ecosystem.
Position Responsibilities:Source and identify promising early-stage and growth-stage AI companies across various subsectors (e.g., computer vision, natural language processing, robotics)Conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential investments, including market analysis, financial modeling, competitive landscape evaluation, and technical assessment of the AI technologyWork closely with our headquarter teams and business units to align investment strategies and objectivesAid in deal execution, including term sheet negotiation and closingActively participate in investment committee discussions and present investment recommendations with strong analytical and financial backingPartner with portfolio companies post-investment, providing strategic guidance and leveraging your network to support their growthStay current on emerging trends, technologies, and market dynamics within the AI industryContribute to refining the firm's investment thesis and identifying new AI subsectors with high potentialRequired Skills:Masters degree in CS/EE preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceStrong technical background in computer science, engineering or a related fieldDeep understanding of the AI landscape and its various subsectors2+ years of experience in venture capital or a related field; and/or 2+ years of experience in a technical role involved with AI technologiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsOutstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a diverse audienceAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative teamPassion for innovation and a strong desire to be at the forefront of the AI revolution
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