Sr 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

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Sr AI Architect - Semiconductor Yield & Process Control

Experience Level: Professional

Job Type: Regular

Location: Richardson, TX, US, 75080

Requisition ID: 10680

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visitwww.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced AI/Data Architect to join the Texas Fab Yield Enhancement and Control Systems team. This person will be a solutions architect to design and deploy intelligent systems that drive yield improvement with root cause analysis and process optimization across our wafer fabrication operations. You will bridge advanced data analytic techniques with deep semiconductor manufacturing domain knowledge to build production-grade platforms.

Key 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 across fabrication steps
• 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 teams to build and deploy production software applications.
• Define and help manage with IT the site data architecture strategies for optimal impact.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, or related field — or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, process engineering, or fab data systems
  • If Master's or PhD degree less years industry experience may be considered.
• Expertise in statistical correlation methods (multivariate analysis, PCA, partial correlation, Granger causality) applied to manufacturing data
• Strong software engineering skills (Python, SQL, Spark/PySpark, Git) with understanding of production-quality code practices
• Demonstrated experience with AI architectures
• Deep understanding of ML techniques: supervised/unsupervised learning, time-series analysis, Bayesian methods, and causal inference
• Familiarity with yield management concepts: bin pareto, wafer maps, lot genealogy, split-lot analysis, inline-to-final correlation

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in SPC, FDC, APC systems in semiconductor fab environment
• Experience with semiconductor processes and integration for device fabrication
• Working knowledge of MES/EMS systems, SECS/GEM, and equipment data collection
• Hands-on experience with advanced data storage, data engineering, and advanced data analytic techniques.
• Familiarity with LLM frameworks

Education

• BS / MS / PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, or related field — or equivalent industry experience

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO

We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.