Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated, self-driven R&D Process Engineer to support the development of novel silicon-based optical interconnection technologies. This role combines hands-on silicon process engineering in laboratories, fabs, and packaging suppliers with cross-functional coordination across advanced integration, foundry, design, and test teams.
Responsibilities:- Conduct hands-on laboratory process experiments involving lithography, etch, deposition, CMP, bonding, and metallization evaluation.
- Collaborate with foundries and vendors to execute development at wafer scale.
- Review process flows, split plans, process deviations, and fabrication data to ensure compliance with development objectives.
- Contribute to optical bench testing to characterize device performance.
- Assist with process qualification, yield improvement, and manufacturability assessments.
- Track process changes and document lessons learned, process conditions, and engineering results.
- Participate in technical reviews and communicate status, risks, and recommendations to project stakeholders.
Experience/Qualifications:- BS or MS or PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
- 1-5 years of experience in semiconductor process engineering, silicon photonics, MEMS, advanced packaging, or related R&D environment.
- Experience in wafer processing, process integration, metrology, and semiconductor manufacturing flows, cleanroom practices, packaging technologies.
- Experience working with external fabs, OSATs, or semiconductor manufacturing partners is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret engineering data and troubleshoot process issues.
- Ability to manage multiple activities and work effectively in cross-functional.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with optical bench equipment and measurements is a plus.
- Familiarity multi-physics simulation, primarily thermal/mechanical/optical is a plus.
We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. One is for the Bay Area (within 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto), the second one (if applicable) is for elsewhere in the US (beyond 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto). If there is only one range, it is for the specific location of where the position will be located. Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
U.S. Base Pay Range
$86,000-$120,000 USD
Bay Area Pay Range
$123,000-$145,000 USD
