Microwave Plasma Scientist (Diamond Growth)

TL;DR

Microwave Plasma Scientist (Diamond Growth): Designing and optimizing microwave components and systems for plasma-enhanced CVD reactors with an accent on electromagnetic modeling and plasma diagnostics. Focus on improving reactor designs, developing monitoring systems, and analyzing hardware impacts on diamond growth.

Location: On-site in Bay Area, California

Salary: $180,000 - $220,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a unicorn company producing the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers to solve thermal limitations in AI, cloud compute, and power electronics.

What you will do

• Design new microwave components and systems for plasma-enhanced CVD reactors and other CVD diamond production tools.
• Model plasma and microwave behavior of reactor components to enhance reactor design and understanding.
• Develop and implement diagnostics for reactor and plasma monitoring and control within manufacturing.
• Architect and perform experiments to understand the impact of microwave sources and components on plasma and diamond growth.

Requirements

• PhD in engineering or applied physics with expertise in high-power, microwave frequency systems.
• At least 5 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with RF/microwave test equipment such as VNAs, signal generators, and diodes.
• Experience with high vacuum systems and plasma-based devices.
• Proficiency in full-wave electromagnetic design tools (HFSS, CST MWS, or COMSOL) and circuit design/layout tools.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify)

Culture & Benefits

• Eligibility for company shares.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance starting from the first day.
• Retirement savings plans and flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Employee discounts to VRAI.