Field Application Engineer, HBM

SK hynix America; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost

Paid Parental Leave Program

401k Matching

Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees

Job summary

SK hynix America is looking for a Field Application Engineer, HBM to provide technical support for new customers and drive product quality. The role is based in San Jose, CA, requiring a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering and 2+ years in the semiconductor industry.

Join a team that champions advanced memory solutions, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction while enjoying exceptional benefits like top-tier health insurance and educational reimbursement up to $10,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Understanding of technical development phases of HBM/DRAM.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated field application technical support for new HBM customers.
• Manage field quality control for current HBM products.
• Support new HBM projects with technical documentation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Personal relationship skills

Knowledge of AI applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title and Details

Job Title: Field Application Engineer, HBM

Office Location: San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Model: Onsite

About SK hynix America

At SK hynix America, we’re at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting‑edge memory technologies are essential in today’s most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape. We’re looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK hynix America, you’ll be part of a team that’s pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We’re not just adapting to technological change – we’re driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco‑friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what’s possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated field application technical support for new HBM customers.
• Drive HBM product quality and stabilization, in collaboration with RAS support teams.
• Manage field quality control for current HBM products and future HBM generations.
• Lead and coordinate HBM product quality or technical enabling meetings with customers (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Support new HBM projects with technical, quality material, and customer documentation.
• Align roadmaps and collaborate with ecosystem partners to support customer success.
• Deliver customer-specific specification support and technical guidance.
• Work with headquarters to properly engage with and enable customer projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong communication and personal relationship skills to coordinate between global customers and HQ in Korea.
• Understanding of whole technical development phases of HBM/DRAM and knowledge of AI applications using HBM/DRAM.
• Willingness to travel and to build positive relationships with customers as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Background in design, test, or product engineering with understanding of HBM/DRAM architectures and specifications.
• Debug skills and understanding of lab equipment for validation.
• Experience with JEDEC standard specification or product planning.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the US.
• Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost.
• Paid days off: PTO + Company Holidays + Happy Fridays.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 401k Matching.
• Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities.
• Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees.

Compensation

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job‑related skills and experience. Pay range: $87,000 - $130,000 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SKHYA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.