Sr. AI Architect - Semiconductor Yield & Process Control

Skyworks Solutions, Inc; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking a Senior AI Architect to design and deploy AI-driven systems that improve wafer yield and enable root-cause analysis across semiconductor fabrication processes.

You will bridge advanced data analytics with semiconductor domain knowledge, leading cross-functional teams including Yield, Process, Equipment, Manufacturing, and IT to deliver production-grade software applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing, process engineering, or fab data systems.
• Master's/PhD may adjust experience requirements.
• Expertise in statistical correlation methods applied to manufacturing data.
• Strong software engineering skills (Python, SQL, Spark/PySpark, Git) with production-quality code.
• Demonstrated experience with AI architectures.
• Deep understanding of ML techniques and time-series analysis.
• Familiarity with yield management concepts.

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; integrate with manufacturing systems.
• 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

Git

AI architectures

ML techniques

Time-series analysis

Causal inference

Statistical methods

Education

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

Tools

MES/EMS systems

SECS/GEM

Data platforms

LLM frameworks

Job description

Sr. AI Architect - Semiconductor Yield & Process Control

Richardson

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

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 enhancementWork 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

Benefits

• The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$86,600 -$182,500 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

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