Sujith Subramanian

Sujith Subramanian is the General Manager of IP & Innovation at Samsung Electronics, based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. He has been in this role since March 2021, where he is responsible for overseeing the creation and management of intellectual property in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and multimedia technologies.14

Professional Background

Sujith has a substantial tenure at Samsung, having progressed through various positions since joining the company in 2011. His career path at Samsung includes roles as Senior Manager, Manager, and Assistant Manager, where he focused on intellectual property rights (IPR) management and innovation.14 Before his time at Samsung, he worked at Tata Consultancy Services in their Corporate IPR Cell and has experience in patent analytics and drafting.1

Education and Certifications

He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, and is a certified India Patent Agent. Additionally, he has completed a certification in Design Thinking for Innovation from the University of Virginia.13

Personal Interests

Beyond his professional achievements, Sujith is passionate about personal fitness and cycling, which he embraced after making lifestyle changes during his time at Samsung R&D Bangalore. He actively participates in cycling and running clubs within the organization, reflecting his belief in the importance of balancing work and personal interests.2