SiTime Corporation

Sr. Principal Foundry Interface Engineer

SiTime Corporation$169K — $242K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree with 13+ years or PhD with 10+ years in relevant engineering or physical-science field.
  • Proven track record in yield analysis and roadmap development.
  • Experience with Big Data Analysis tools, especially PDF Exensio.
  • Extensive experience collaborating with semiconductor foundries.
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor yield and quality metrics.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of DFM techniques and PFMEA.

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to improve yield by addressing yield detractors.
  • Manage yield excursions and implement Continuous Improvement Plans.
  • Oversee the safe launch of Foundry processes.
  • Provide technical guidance on semiconductor fabrication transfer projects.
  • Direct wafer lot processes and experimental strategies during development.
  • Support analysis of device performance for mixed signal applications.
  • Act as a technical liaison with foundry partners and internal stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 401k plan with employer contributions.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance and parental leave policies.
  • Legal services and time-off plans.
  • Quarterly bonuses based on innovation goals and equity grants.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

In this role, the candidate will support Foundry technical interface for SiTime. The key responsibilities include the following.

It is not necessary to meet all job requirements to be a qualified candidate for the position.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead Foundry yield improvement through mitigation of systematic and parametric yield detractors
  • Manage Foundry yield excursion and implementation of Continuous Improvement Plan.
  • Manage Foundry safe launch
  • Provide technical guidance on Foundry Fab transfer projects
  • During development, direct wafer lot progress, process skew splits and DOE strategies
  • Support device performance analysis for mixed signal devices.
  • Manage compliance with fab yield, E-test, WAT, inline Cp/CpK metrics
  • Experience with AI/ML predictive modeling to improve projection accuracy for test chips and high-volume products, including correlation of inline process metrics with end-of-line yield and performance, is a plus.
  • Serve as technical liaison to the Foundries, communicate status of process health monitors to internal stakeholders, drive on time wafer out from the fab, continuous improvement deliverables and resolution of critical technical escalations.


Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Minimum requirements are a Master's degree with 13+ years of experience or a PhD with 10+ years of industry experience in a relevant engineering or physical-science field, including Semiconductor Process Integration, Device Engineering, or Wafer Yield Engineering.

  • English proficiency is required, including the ability to effectively communicate, collaborate, and perform job responsibilities in a professional business environment.

  • Proven track record in yield pareto construction, modeling, projection, and the development of long-term yield roadmaps.
  • Experience in using PDF Exensio or other Big Data Analysis tools.
  • Extensive experience collaborating with foundries.
  • Experience in porting between fabs.
  • Expertise in interpreting complex product data (inline, e-test, and SORT) to drive organization-wide solutions.
  • Deep knowledge of semiconductor wafer inline inspection methods and SORT programs.
  • Deep knowledge of semiconductor device reliability
  • Well versed with DFM techniques and PFMEA
  • Experience in supporting semiconductor wafer fulfillment for products that require to meet Automotive AEC_Q100, ISO 26262 standards.
  • Strong Leadership and ability to set standards and drive to targets.
  • This position requires clear, accurate and timely communication both written and verbally.
  • Strong attention to detail, project management and organization skills, and ability to manage multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.


Desired Characteristics & Attributes:

  • Strong team worker within multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environments. Show inherent sense of urgency and accountability.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and team-work skills.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with a 'can-do' attitude, out-of-the-box thinking, with a willingness to take informed risks to achieve organization goals.


Compensation Range:

At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent.

The annual base salary range for this role is $169,470 - $242,360. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals-reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company's future growth and success.

Benefits offered: 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.

Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique.
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  • Fabrication Knowledge - An Interview with Rajesh Vashist
  • SiTime Corporation - YouTube

About SiTime Corporation

SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company that designs and manufactures silicon MEMS-based timing solutions. The company's products are used in a variety of applications, including telecommunications, networking, computing, and consumer electronics. SiTime's MEMS-based timing solutions offer several advantages over traditional quartz-based solutions, including higher performance, smaller size, and lower power consumption. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about SiTime Corporation
Size
279 employees
Market Cap
$2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$9.3 million
Founded
2005
Revenue
$116.1 million
NASDAQ

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