AI Business Strategist (Contract)

AI Business Strategist (Contractor)

San Jose, CA

Job Title: AI Business Strategist (Contract)

Duration: 18-Months

Office Location: San Jose, CA

Work Model: Onsite

About SK hynix America

At SK hynix America, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape. We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK hynix America, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.

About This Role

This role will support SK hynix's new AI initiative, established to identify and create new business opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure market. SK hynix seeks to leverage the broad range of capabilities and products to address the top critical challenges in AI infrastructure.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven candidate for our AI Infrastructure Solutions Strategy team. As a vital member of the team, this individual will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting the future direction of SK hynix's strategy and new business creation efforts. In this challenging and highly visible role, this individual will support strategic decision-making by leading projects related to market analysis, emerging technology trends, and the identification of business opportunities as it relates to the pursuit of establishing new and strengthening existing business endeavors. This role requires experience in the AI application industry, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with multiple internal stakeholders on highly visible and time-sensitive projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and gather information on AI companies' technical and business trends toward AI.
• Conduct deep dives into potential AI inferencing applications across diverse vertical domains.
• Develop company profile based on thorough analysis (business and tech) for major companies in the AI value chain.
• Develop and manage customer/partner relationship database.
• Assist team members in identifying and developing new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Develop reports, presentations, prepare and run meetings, and update technology summaries to C-level executives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the US.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional working experience in strategy, business development, market analysis, or a related field.
• BS in STEM field preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to derive intelligence from complex information.
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Proactive and strong team player with the ability to collaborate in a highly matrixed organization.
• Fluent (Native) in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience in AI inferencing and application industry is a plus.
• Fluency in Korean.
• General knowledge of the AI ecosystem, including hardware, software, and emerging market and technology trends.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SKHYA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Compensation

$68,000 - $85,000 USD

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related skills and experience. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.