AI Architect: Semiconductor Yield & Process Control

Qorvo, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. in Richardson, TX, is seeking an experienced Sr AI Architect to design and deploy intelligent systems that drive yield improvement and process optimization in wafer fabrication. You will bridge data analytics with semiconductor domain knowledge to build production-grade platforms.

The role requires deep expertise in AI, ML, and statistics, plus strong software engineering and collaboration with IT and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable solutions across the fab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EE/Materials Science/CS or related field.
• 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, process engineering, or fab data systems; master’s/PhD may reduce years.
• Expertise in statistical correlation methods (multivariate analysis, PCA, partial correlation, Granger causality).
• Strong software engineering skills (Python, SQL, Spark/PySpark, Git) with production-quality code practices.
• Demonstrated experience with AI architectures and ML techniques including time-series and causal inference.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement AI/Data solutions for automated root cause analysis of yield excursions and process drift.
• Design statistical correlation engines linking process parameters, metrology data, and electrical test results.
• Build and maintain AI/ML solutions for anomaly detection and process control enhancement.
• Work with IT to integrate solutions with manufacturing systems and data platforms.
• Lead cross functional teams of Yield, Process, Equipment, Manufacturing, and IT to deploy production software.
• Define and help manage site data architecture strategies for optimal impact.

Skills

Python

SQL

Spark/PySpark

AI architectures

Machine learning

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

Semiconductor fab data

Data architecture

Team leadership

Education

BS/MS/PhD in EE/Materials Sci/CS

Tools

Git

SECS/GEM

MES/EMS

Data storage

Job description

Qorvo, Inc. in Richardson, TX, is seeking an experienced Sr AI Architect to design and deploy intelligent systems that drive yield improvement and process optimization in wafer fabrication. You will bridge data analytics with semiconductor domain knowledge to build production-grade platforms.

The role requires deep expertise in AI, ML, and statistics, plus strong software engineering and collaboration with IT and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable solutions across the fab.