Staff, Talent Acquisition Sourcer at Samsung

Position Summary

Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy – the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us!

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking a strategic and highly skilled Talent Sourcer to identify and engage top-tier engineering talent across GPU and SoC development domains for SARC/ACL.

In this individual contributor role, you will own proactive talent mapping and pipeline development for complex, hard-to-fill technical positions, collaborating closely with recruiters and hiring managers to shape recruitment strategy and influence hiring outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong semiconductor market insight, a creative and data-driven sourcing approach beyond traditional techniques, and a proven ability to engage highly experienced, passive engineering talent.

• Own full sourcing strategy and execution for complex semiconductor R&D roles by defining target profiles, building high-quality pipelines, and aligning to hiring priorities across various GPU, SoC, and system-level engineering teams.
• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, such as Boolean search, talent mapping, and market intelligence, to identify and engage passive candidates across GPU, CPU, NPU, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, Performance/Power, and Architecture domains.
• Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies, crafting compelling messaging to engage and influence senior technical talent while strengthening SARC/ACL’s branding presence in competitive talent markets.
• Collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to calibrate searches, share real-time market insights, and continuously refine sourcing strategies to improve efficiency and hiring outcomes.
• Build and maintain long-term talent pipelines while tracking and analyzing sourcing metrics to optimize channel effectiveness and inform recruiting strategy for current and future hiring needs.

Skills and Qualifications

• 6+ years of sourcing or recruiting experience, with 2+ years supporting semiconductor R&D, hardware engineering, or related technical roles.
• Proven experience sourcing for GPU, SoC, Architecture, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, or related silicon engineering functions.
• Demonstrated success identifying and engaging passive talent in competitive semiconductor markets.
• Advanced expertise in Boolean search, talent mapping, and market research.
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, and other sourcing tools.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor talent landscapes and key competitors.
• Proven ability to engage and influence highly experienced technical talent.
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global environment

Total Rewards

At Samsung – SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $104,700 and $157,100. Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Samsung employees have access to benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite lunch, employee purchase program, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

Additionally, this role might be eligible to participate in long term incentive plan and relocation.

This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

U.S. Export Control

This position requires the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you applicant agrees not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity.

• Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. If you are European Economic Resident, please click here.

• Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.