Senior RF Systems Architect & Leader - High-Power Plasma

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation in California is seeking an accomplished RF technology leader to define the RF engineering vision across multiple product lines, guiding the development of advanced RF subsystems and systems that enable the next‑generation semiconductor equipment.

You will influence technology strategy, set design direction, and ensure engineering rigor from concept through high‑volume manufacturing and field performance, while mentoring a team of RF engineers and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with power electronics focus and 15+ years RF experience
• Or 12+ years with a Master’s; 8+ years with a PhD
• Leadership in RF system design and high‑performance RF solutions
• Proven track record driving RF development from concept to production
• Experience leading large-scale engineering initiatives

Responsibilities

• Define RF system architecture and long‑term tech roadmap
• Direct RF development across subassemblies and system integration
• Set direction for high‑power RF delivery and RF subsystems
• Drive RF performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization
• Build and mentor RF engineers and technical leaders
• Foster accountability, innovation, and learning across teams
• Collaborate across global, matrixed engineering teams

Skills

RF engineering leadership

System-level thinking

Cross-functional leadership

High‑power RF

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Electronics focus)

Tools

RF design tools

Job description

Lam Research Corporation in California is seeking an accomplished RF technology leader to define the RF engineering vision across multiple product lines, guiding the development of advanced RF subsystems and systems that enable the next‑generation semiconductor equipment.

You will influence technology strategy, set design direction, and ensure engineering rigor from concept through high‑volume manufacturing and field performance, while mentoring a team of RF engineers and collaborating with