Market Intelligence & Strategy Sr. Staff (Contract)
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 the new SK AI initiative (SK Group level), established to identify and create new business opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI data center market. SK AI seeks to leverage the broad range of capabilities and products, and the collective scale of SK Group portfolio companies to address the top critical challenges in AI infrastructure.
We are seeking a proactive, results-driven professional to join our AI Infrastructure Solutions team. A successful candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, can balance multiple priorities effectively, and is able to navigate complex challenges, cultures, and conflicts with calm and grace
Responsibilities:
- Market Intelligence and Analysis: Take a hands-on role in the collection, synthesis, and dissemination of market intelligence. Provide strategic insights into the AI data center ecosystem trends, competitive dynamics, and technology shifts to inform management decisions and identify new growth opportunities.
- Strategy Formulation: Drive the development and execution of strategic initiatives. Partner with business leaders across SK affiliates to translate market insights into actionable business strategies and deliver measurable business impact.
- Cross-Functional Project Management: Lead and coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving internal and external teams. Ensure effective communication and alignment of objectives, driving consensus and successful project outcomes.
- Business Opportunity Identification: Actively identify and create new business opportunities by leveraging SK Group’s collective scale and product portfolio.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Authorized to work in the US.
- At least 5 years of experience in strategy, market intelligence, or management consulting roles in the technology, AI, or semiconductor industries.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence senior-level executives and build consensus across diverse organizations.
- Ability to gather and synthesize complex information from various sources (industry reports, news, internal/external stakeholders) to create clear, compelling market insights; experience with qualitative research methodologies is also relevant.
- Proven capacity to thrive in an ambiguous, “startup-like” environment. Must be an entrepreneurial, persistent, and diplomatic leader.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a successful track record of working effectively within multicultural and fast-paced environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
- Master’s degree or MBA is highly preferred.
- Fluency in both English and Korean.
- In-depth, specialized knowledge of the AI data center 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:
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.
Pay Range
$90,000 - $150,000 USD
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