Staff Engineer, Vision/Color Scientist - Samsung Semiconductor
San Jose, CA
About the Job
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.
What You'll Do
Samsung Display's America R&D Lab located in San Jose, California, is recruiting for a knowledgeable, self-driven contributing scientist skilled in vision and color science. This individual will be in a high-visibility position that will make a huge impact on HDR color modeling, characterizing and explaining visual effects seen in revolutionary technology displays. We study not just our own but new technologies in displays of any size and shape. At SDAL, we enjoy a small team environment based in San Jose, CA, in concert with AMOLED display experts at the world leader of displays, Samsung Display Company, headquartered in Giheung-gu, Korea. Travel opportunities abound in order to present research at conferences and work with experts at SDC, our customers and experts at leading standards bodies. Video and remote work is also within our spirit of collaboration now and in the future.
As a color science expert, you will advance color modeling of any and all high-dynamic range displays. Further, you will promote your own research in this area to increase industry acceptance and help design product certification programs.
As a vision science expert, you will investigate modeling of stereoscopic and light field display behavior regarding perceptual factors and user preferences.
Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose, CA headquarters 3 days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time.
Job ID: 41880
- Work with team members to contribute towards moving forward a color model based on the most up-to-date science and international standards from CIE and others standards bodies or industry trade groups.
- This position offers a number of outlets for publications in conferences, journals and within standardization bodies at the world level. We support a regular publication cycle to peer-reviewed journals and display-related conferences.
- Lead human factors research to validate modeling and characterize new 3D display technology.
What You Bring
- Bachelors with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years in Color Science, Vision Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
- PhD 2 to 8 years related industry experience.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Familiarity with color standards and models including CIE 15, CIE 159, Rec. ITU-R BT.2020 and related ITU-R reports.
- Knowledge of machine learning is a plus.
- Strong foundation in mathematics and signal processing.
- Strong programming experience in Matlab and Python, program knowledge of C, C++ is a good plus.
- You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay 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. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of 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 an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid 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.
Embrace Flexibility 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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
Samsung Semiconductor is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to do their best work. We hire the best talent for our teams, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. Our focus is on hiring teammates with humble expertise, kindness, dedication, and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn together every day.
Covid-19 Policy
To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we've developed guidelines for our teams. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory and business circumstances.
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