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Job Title: Business Development Associate (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 memory-based business initiative established to identify and create novel business opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure market. SK hynix seeks to leverage its industry-leading memory products and capabilities to address critical challenges and unlock new value within AI hardware systems.
We are seeking a strategic, highly motivated, and detail-oriented candidate for our Business Development Associate position in Frontline team on a contract basis. As a vital supporting member of the team, this individual will play a key role in analyzing market shifts, tracking memory technology trends, and discovering new growth engines. This role requires a solid foundational understanding of memory products, the semiconductor market, and AI infrastructure dynamics, combined with strong analytical skills to support time-sensitive strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Market Tracking: Research and monitor global AI infrastructure and semiconductor market trends, focusing on memory product demands.
• Opportunity Identification: Assist in identifying and evaluating new business opportunities driven by the evolution of AI hardware and memory architectures.
• Competitive Analysis: Conduct deep-dives into competitors, technology landscapes, and emerging startups within the AI memory ecosystem.
• Executive Reporting Support: Assist in developing high-quality reports, data visualizations, and presentations to update C-level executives on new technology trends and business opportunities.
• Data Management: Gather, organize, and maintain databases related to industry intelligence, customer requirements, and market forecasts.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate closely with internal cross-functional teams to support ongoing business development projects and prepare meeting materials for leadership alignment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA), preferably in STEM, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Clear understanding of memory products (e.g., DRAM, NAND, HBM) and general semiconductor market dynamics.
• Foundational knowledge of AI infrastructure, including how memory interacts with AI accelerators and servers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English to synthesize data into actionable intelligence.
• Proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship or entry-level working experience in the semiconductor, IT hardware, or tech consulting industry.
• Fluency in Korean to facilitate smooth communication with global headquarters.
• Familiarity with the broader AI ecosystem, including emerging technology trends and hardware-software co-optimization.

Requirement:

• Authorized to work in the US

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.
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
$70,000-$100,000 USD