R&D Engineer (AI/HPC)

Location: USA-CA San Jose Innovation Drive

Annual base salary: $167,500–$268,000

Company

hirify.global.

What you will do

• Lead multi-chip semiconductor assembly and system pathfinding for leading-edge artificial intelligence and high-performance computing modules.
• Own portions of the advanced packaging, assembly, and system technology roadmaps, driving new assembly technology from early R&D through new product introduction.
• Define technology requirements, roadmaps, evaluation plans, and qualification plans, and provide hands-on applications support during the transition from process R&D to product development.
• Lead advanced packaging technology problem solving, design enablement, and product enablement.
• Manage projects independently from concept through transfer to high-volume manufacturing while coordinating with system customers, IC design and validation teams, foundries, and OSATs.
• Assess risks and coordinate cross-functional risk mitigation across multiple parallel projects.

Requirements

• MSEE in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 15+ years of experience in semiconductor process technology, advanced packaging, and manufacturing, specifically in R&D and integration roles; or a PhD with 12+ years of experience in semiconductor process technology and manufacturing, specifically in R&D and integration roles.
• Broad knowledge of advanced packaging, assembly, and silicon process technologies, including thermal solutions, power delivery, and electrical and optical communication.
• Experience designing serial and parallel interfaces for chip-to-chip communication within modules and external module communication.
• Experience with parametric and yield data analysis and proficiency with statistical data analysis tools.
• Experience with yield failure mechanisms and root-cause analysis tools, including EFA and PFA.
• Experience with thermal and stress simulation tools.
• Exceptional data analysis, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) participation with company matching and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Discretionary annual bonus and new-hire and annual equity awards, subject to applicable plans and agreements.
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, vacation time, and applicable paid family and other leaves of absence.
• Employee Assistance Program.