Staff Foundry Product Engineer

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite fitness facilities

Paid time off

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX is seeking a senior engineer to lead failure analysis workflows and yield learning models, bridging fabrication and customer applications. You will drive wafer sort evaluation, optimize margins, and collaborate across teams to bring advanced process technologies from fab to market.

A strong background in SCAN/SRAM diagnostics and data analysis is required. You will shape the gold standard for quality and reliability, directly influencing Samsung’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Science/Engineering required; Electrical Engineer preferred.
• At least 9 years of relevant semiconductor experience.
• Strong foundation in semiconductor physics and circuit fundamentals.
• Experience with wafer sort, DFT, EFA, and reliability testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation of next-generation products and test vehicles.
• Oversee engineering margins and wafer sort evaluations.
• Architect failure analysis workflows and yield learning models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product readiness.

Skills

Semiconductor physics

Statistical analysis

Root-cause analysis

Data analysis

Yield optimization

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science or Engineering

Electrical Engineering preferred

Tools

JMP

Spotfire

DFT

EFA

Shmoo

Wafer sort data

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Join the Samsung Foundry Product Engineering team as a strategic leader at the critical intersection of fabrication and customer application. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the analytical nexus of our operations, spearheading the evaluation of next-generation products and driving the success of advanced technology test vehicles. By overseeing engineering margins and optimizing wafer sort evaluations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Samsung’s most ambitious process technologies transition seamlessly from the fab to the global market.

We are seeking a visionary engineer to architect sophisticated failure analysis workflows and develop advanced yield learning models that transform complex data into actionable countermeasures. By leveraging your expertise in SCAN/SRAM diagnostics and physical failure confirmation, you will drive world-class yield robustness and operational efficiency. This is an opportunity to define the gold standard for quality and reliability, directly influencing the success of Samsung’s cutting-edge semiconductor roadmap and its most prestigious clients.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Leading edge product & technology development based on Samsung’s innovative process.
• Opportunity to learn the most advanced technology in semiconductor industry and develop best in class yield / chip performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to successfully launch new products for customers.
• Leverage wafer sort data, wafer acceptance test (WAT) data, fabrication process, design rule, and product ATE knowledge to rapidly isolate root causes and resolve complex silicon issues.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science or Engineering required, Electrical Engineer preferred.
• A minimum of 9 years of relevant experience.
• Solid Foundation in Semiconductor / Device Physics & Circuit Fundamentals (Electrical Engineering Degree preferred).
• Understanding of ATE Fundamentals & Test Methodology (Wafer Sort, DFT, EFA, Characterization, Shmoo).
• Statistical Analysis & Data Literacy (Statistics, STDF / Parametric data analysis, CPK, JMP/Spotfire or similar experience).
• Structured Debug & Root-Cause Troubleshooting Mindset (Build Yield learning model, differentiate failure as test or process margin or defect).
• Cross-Functional Communication & Technical Ownership (data driven, actionable feedback to internal teams).

The current base salary range for this role is between $131,000 - $174,500. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

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