RF Technology Development Integration Engineer - SMTS
At a glance
Mid-level Software Engineering role at Globalfoundries. Essex Junction · full-time · $118,000–$210,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Develop and qualify front- and back-end semiconductor devices and processes against performance, cost and yield targets
- Use designed experiments, statistical methods and yield learning to refine process integration
- Investigate process issues, answer technical questions from customers and establish design rules and test methods
- Set integration checkpoints and success measures, then work with process and analysis teams to improve device performance and yield
- Guide junior engineers and provide technical direction across development programs
What you bring
- A relevant engineering or physical-science degree, with experience thresholds varying by degree level
- At least five years working in semiconductor processing, including Silicon or SiGe BiCMOS front- or back-end processes or development
- Experience using Cadence or another layout and simulation tool, plus strong data analysis skills
- Written and spoken fluency in English
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced semiconductor process engineer who can lead technical problem-solving and collaborate across development teams. You must be able to relocate to Essex Junction, Vermont.
From the employer
About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry with a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents. GlobalFoundries' RF Technology Development Organization is looking for an integration engineer with industry experience in developing semiconductor technologies to join our RF team in Essex Junction, VT.
Essential Responsibilities
● Responsible for development, optimization, and qualification of FEOL and BEOL semiconductor devices and processes to meet performance, cost and yield requirements
● Drive integration optimization using DOE methodologies, statistical analysis, and yield learning techniques.
● Own and drive technical process problem solving.
● Interact with internal & external customers and respond to technical queries.
● Establish new technology design rules, test structures and test methodologies.
● Establish integration checkpoints, performance metrics, and technical success criteria.
- Drive continuous innovation through the development of novel integration schemes, methodologies, and process improvements to enhance technology competitiveness.
● Partner with unit process module engineers, failure analysis and characterization team to improve device performance and yield
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across cross-functional development programs.
Other Responsibilities
● Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements
Required Qualifications:
● Education: Master’s Degree or PhD in Electrical, Materials Science, or other relevant engineering or physical science discipline.
- B.S. + minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience
- M.S. + minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
- Ph.D. + minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
● Years of Experience: 5+ years in semiconductor processing
- Experience in Silicon or SiGe BiCMOS FEOL or BEOL processing and/or semiconductor process development
- Experience with Cadence or any other layout and simulation tool
- Strong data analysis skills
- Fluency in English Language – written & verbal
- Ability to relocate to Essex Junction, VT
Preferred Qualifications:
- 7+ Years of Experience in Silicon or SiGe BiCMOS or RFSOI FEOL or BEOL processing and/or semiconductor process development
- Experience of leading a device or process development project
- Understanding of semiconductor device physics, RF device behavior, and RF characterization techniques (e.g., S-parameters) is a plus.
- Experience in process optimization, yield enhancement, reliability qualification, and root-cause analysis methodologies.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, energetic, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and technical excellence.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience interfacing with customers and presenting technical results to senior management and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate ability to work well within a global matrixed team or environment with minimal supervision
- Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal
- Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
Expected Salary Range
$118,000.00 - $210,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law