Investor (AI / Robotics)

The job overview for this role at Samsung Next is that it is an opportunity to establish a career as a venture investor, specifically focusing on investing in startups in technology heavy areas such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. The role does not require prior investing experience, as Samsung Next offers a three-year development program to learn the fundamentals of investing. The Investor will work directly with experienced Managing Directors to develop their venture investment skills and gain exposure to a high quantity of deals, sourcing and closing deals, and partnering with portfolio companies. This is a hybrid position requiring regular in-office days in Mountain View, CA, and occasional global meetings.

Source investment opportunities. This will first and foremost involve growing, establishing and leveraging strong relationships with founders and investors in our key focus areas of AI, robotics, edge infrastructure, blockchain, healthtech, mediatech, and fintech.

Evaluate early-stage investment opportunities and conduct due diligence on potential investments.

Work directly with experienced Managing Directors to develop and augment venture investment skills.

Shoulder as much responsibility as quickly as possible, with the backing of one of the world's best consumer technology brands.

Gain exposure to a high quantity of deals, sourcing deals and bringing them to close.

Partner with portfolio companies post-investment and provide support and guidance.

Understand startups at a variety of stages and in a variety of verticals.

Regularly attend in-office days in Mountain View, CA.

Participate in weekly and occasional evening and/or early morning meetings due to the global nature of the work.

• Undergraduate or an advanced degree in engineering or other technically related field
• Highly successful 3+ years of technical experience
• Knowledge and experience in AI, Robotics, Edge/Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Blockchain
• Genuinely intellectually curious and passion for technology and startups
• Thrives at playing many positions

• Competitive salary and compensation package
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in AI, Robotics, Edge/Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Blockchain
• Chance to contribute to investment decisions and learn from experienced professionals
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships in the startup ecosystem
• Supportive and responsive work environment
• Opportunity for regular travel
• Equal employment opportunity and dedication to diversity and inclusion
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
• Additional benefits and privileges of employment