Samsung Research America is hiring a

Senior, Computational Designer

San Francisco, United States

Lab Summary

Samsung Design Innovation Center is one of the leading overseas design studio in Samsung, located in San Francisco, CA. Our mission is to understand people and lifestyles to deliver meaningful experiences, through beautiful yet functional design, enabled by innovative cutting-edge technologies.

SDIC is working on various advanced product experiences which can envision and shape the future of Samsung Business, working with various different internal teams through experience driven approach. Our work appears on smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, wearables, and other devices we can’t describe yet. See some of our work at http://design.samsung.com/global/contents/sdic/

We are looking for a talented designers, strategists and creative technologists to join our group and bring new energy to our process. You should be ready to help at all stages of product design, from identifying unmet and latent needs, discovering new design opportunities, designing new product concepts to applying technology creatively to solve real user problems and create radically new experiences that re-imagine the way we interact with products.

Position Summary

The Computational Designer should understand product design process and be able to apply computational design to find optimal design solutions for any given design requirements. As a Computational Designer, you will work with diverse talents to develop generative design models and algorithms to develop and validate designs by employing emergent design and simulation techniques. The goal is to derive human-centered distinctive solutions.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop algorithms and scripts to develop and explore novel design spaces
  • Creative mindset to explore unconventional solutions and ideas
  • Collect, parse, interpret and incorporate data into each specific design process
  • Design, run and incorporate computational simulations (FEM + other)
  • Develop data-driven testing and feedback cycles
  • Reverse engineer products, if needed
  • Apply computational design to find optimal design solutions for any given design requirements
  • Work with diverse talent to develop generative design models and algorithms
  • Develop and validate designs by employing emergent design and simulation techniques

Required Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience in Architecture or Automotive or Industrial Design Engineering Sector (or relevant equivalent)
  • Understand Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence techniques to generate design insights or automate processes
  • Deep design engineering process knowledge
  • Hands-on approach, flexible & agile, and comfortable experimenting with a fresh, original perspective
  • Strong visual story-telling and communication skills
  • Self-driven, willing to act on launching novel projects ideas and developing concepts from scratch
  • Travel Internationally and Domestic and work overtime when needed

Special Attributes:

  • Master’s Degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience and training
  • Doctoral degree in a related field
  • AI/ML data science skillsets
  • Generative design experience

We will consider qualified applicants for employment with arrest and conviction records.

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
$151,200$207,750 USD

Additional Information

Be careful not to disclose information related to the trade secrets of your previous or current employer(s)

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 [email protected].

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity

Samsung Research America is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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