Process Technologist

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative industry leader seeks a seasoned semiconductor process engineer to manage technical interfaces with silicon vendors and foundries. This pivotal role involves leading risk assessments, driving technology assessments, and coordinating process transfers, ensuring high-volume manufacturing success. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of semiconductor technologies and demonstrate strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will shape the future of cutting-edge technologies and drive impactful solutions across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor process R&D and manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of CMOS, HVMOS, and BCDMOS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical interface with silicon vendors on process technology.
• Lead technical risk assessment and mitigation plans on product-process interactions.

Skills

Semiconductor Process R&D

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Description

- Manage technical interface with silicon vendors on process technology.

- Work closely with foundries on supplier silicon process issues.

- Coordinate process transfers with IDMs and external foundries.

- Lead the technical risk assessment and mitigation plans on product-process interactions and their impact on high volume manufacturing.

- Drive technology suitability and impact assessment on products/use cases from concept through design phases, tape out, and ramp to volume.

- Participate in technology development, device engineering, and ongoing sustaining engineering activities within the Technology group, working closely with Silicon vendors.

- Drive thorough investigation of root causes and solutions to process/yield issues and their impact on product production, performance, and reliability.

- Manage and mitigate process technology risks for multiple projects in parallel.

- Engage parties in technology decision-making and drive to timely closure and thorough follow-through.

- Build essential internal and external relationships across all levels (Engineering to senior management) at suppliers and within Apple.

- Demonstrate interpersonal skills to engage at all levels of the supply chain, from engineers to CEOs.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor process R&D and manufacturing, with experience in process development, qualification, and yield enhancement.
• Deep knowledge of CMOS, HVMOS, BCDMOS technologies, device physics, and the industry’s competitive technology landscape.
• Experience interfacing with design teams (analog & digital) in these technologies.
• Experience with analog/mixed signal/power products, technologies, and manufacturing is highly desired.
• Proven success in solving complex technical problems under aggressive schedules.
• People management skills and managerial experience are highly desirable.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and schedule-oriented.