Samsung Catalyst Fund (SCF) – Investment Director
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Overview
- To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.
- Advancing the World’s Technology Together
- Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more.
- Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.
- We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce.
- We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves.
- Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.
- We are Samsung Electronics’ multi-stage, evergreen venture capital fund, investing in deep-tech AI infrastructure, with particular interest in semiconductors technologies.
- Our sectors of interest span multiple domains including data center and cloud, AI, networking and interconnect, automotive and frontier tech such as quantum computing.
- We actively invest in North America, Israel and Europe.
- SCF is part of the Samsung Semiconductor Innovation Center (SSIC).
- Samsung is ranked among the top corporate venture capital firms in the world. At SCF, we have made close to 80 investments so far, and enjoyed successful exits including Groq, Habana Labs, Celestial AI, XConn, Credo, and IonQ to name a few.
- We are stage agnostic.
- We can lead, co-lead, follow.
Benefits
- Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose Headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy
- Reports to: SVP Business Strategy
What You'll Do
- Identify, source and potentially lead relevant investments independently
- Provide analytical horsepower to conduct due diligence, including technical, business and industry analysis, competitive landscape and financial modeling
- Lead or actively support deal negotiation and execution
- Lead or contribute to the development of new investment thesis
- Interact with portfolio companies and Samsung business units locally or overseas to create win-win business opportunities
- Build relationships with entrepreneurs and monitor startups in strategic areas relevant to Samsung
- Participate as a Board member or observer in applicable portfolio companies
- 10+ years of experience in tech, venture or investment banking, including 5+ Years of venture capital or corporate venture capital experience, with track record of sourcing and closing financing rounds and ability to drive and engage multiple investment opportunities; Board member or observer experience a plus.
- Strong and current network of top tier VCs and CVCs in the US
- Excellent track record of academic achievement; engineering / computer science / physics degree desirable / MBA degree and advanced degrees are a plus
- Enthusiastic, hard-working, self-driven, self-confident with low ego and intellectually curious
- Familiarity and knowledge of emerging technologies with an innate passion for technology, particularly semiconductor-related
- Analytical, ability to analyze and develop complex business models
- An eye for detail as well as the ability to grasp big picture themes
- Demonstrates leadership, poise, and maturity with senior executives and entrepreneurs
- Team player and good communicator with strong presentation and written skills; able to address business and technical audiences
- Additionally, we look for the following universal qualities in all candidates:
- Resourceful Achiever: self-motivated and proactive, you flex to try new approaches and creatively solve problems
- Avid Learner: you thrive with challenges, seek continuous growth and improvement, and seek data to prove your hypotheses
- Devoted Professional: you are diligent and deliberate in your work, leveraging your expertise to deliver results without ego
- Thoughtful Collaborator: you build relationships across teams, offering help and welcoming ideas from others to drive work forward in an inclusive manner
- The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions.
- Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
Benefits
- centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones.
- In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves.
- An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
- Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
- Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
- Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
- Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
- Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life.
- Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Benefits
- are best when you have the space to use them.
- That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
- $203,000—$325,000 USD
- Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
- Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.
- When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication.
- We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes fo
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