Intern @ Samsung Research America

Lab Summary: The Standards & Mobility Innovation team is committed to developing technologies that enable ubiquitous access to information and provide immersive multimedia experiences for mobility users. Our research focuses on:

Wireless standards and technology, including 5G/6G, Wi-Fi, FiRa/UWB, MPEG, AOM, CSA Matter, CSA ACWG, CCC, etc
RF & fast prototyping of 5G and IEEE 802 wireless systems and/or use cases
Multimedia standards and technology, including VR, HDR, and All-IP delivery
IoT standards and Smart Home connectivity/sensing technology

Position Summary: Join the SMI lab of Samsung Research America to contribute to the development of Samsung's vision of the next generation of wireless communication and sensing technology.

Position Responsibilities:

Perform research for next-generation wireless connectivity and/or sensing solutions and systems, with a focus on the needs for mobile and smart home products
Take conceptual ideas and convert them into technical requirements and specifications of new features
Design, implement, and verify algorithms, via simulations or prototyping, based on technical requirements and specifications
Work within cross-functional, cross-divisional teams and assist in the design, analysis and performance evaluation from concept to completion

Required Skills:

Currently pursuing a PhD in EE / ECE or within a relevant field
Solid background in wireless communication areas such as modulation, channel coding, digital signal processing, wireless communication systems design, filter theory, FFTs, synchronization, detection, equalization, MIMO, semantic communication, etc.
Familiarity with wireless connectivity standards, such as Wi-Fi, is preferred
Familiarity with network traffic analysis and network security is preferred
Solid background in sensing technologies and solution development, e.g., radar, LiDAR, acoustic sensing, wireless CSI sensing, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Electromyogram (EMG), Electrooculogram (EOG), etc.
Excellent working knowledge using Python and Python-based ML modules such as Scikit-learn, Keras, Tensorflow, Keras-RL, PyTorch, and Pandas libraries
Experience implementing machine learning algorithms for solving challenging problems, preferably in wireless connectivity and/or sensing system design
Proven skills in the simulation of cellular network or connectivity technologies, to derive tradeoffs and to predict performance in diverse channel conditions
Experience in system or link-level simulations
Ability to clearly define high-level requirements and criteria to be used in the evaluation of air interface technology alternatives
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills to effectively represent the derived results and technical concepts developed in the course of the work

Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The hourly pay rate 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 hourly pay rate 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.

Hourly Pay Rate Range

$44—$59 USD

Additional Information

Disclosure of Trade Secrets

Samsung 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.

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].

Equal Employment Opportunity

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