Sr. Engineer, MEMS Characterization & Metrology Engineer

About SiTime

SiTime is the Precision Timing company.

Timing is the heartbeat of all electronics, ensuring performance, resilience and scalability. For decades, quartz devices, non-silicon technology, have kept systems in sync, but they struggle in harsher, more demanding environments. MEMS-based Precision Timing delivers greater accuracy, smaller size and resilience. Today, MEMS timing powers over 400 applications, including high-growth ones in AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables and IoT.

Our semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power, and better reliability. With more than 4 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit: .

Job Summary

Join the team revolutionizing the timing industry with the best MEMS-based timing products in the world. As a Senior MEMS Characterization and Metrology Engineer , you will use your technical and creative problem-solving skills to develop and deploy custom MEMS test systems for engineering characterization and manufacturing test of SiTime MEMS resonators.

Responsibilities:

• Exploration and prototyping novel test methodologies for high-precision timing parameter measurements.
• Hands-on hardware development and system validation of custom MEMS test systems for engineering and mass production.
• Development of software for test execution and automation, data acquisition, system calibration, and data analysis required for high-precision timing devices.
• Documentation of MEMS test system architecture, design, software, etc.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams for system qualification and release-to-production.
• Optimization of system performance focusing on throughput, precision, and reliability.
• Drive and/or support projects and other company-driven objectives, as needed

Qualifications & Requirements :

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics. PhD is preferred. Exceptional candidates with other technical backgrounds will be considered.
• Proven track record of driving technical projects and executing on aggressive schedules in cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with analog electronics, board-level design and debug, electrical characterization of RF devices, and deep knowledge of associated test equipment.
• Demonstrated programming experience in C#, familiarity with LabView and MATLAB is a plus.
• Strong ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiment results
• Previous experience with MEMS design, test and/or characterization is preferred.

Desired Characteristics & Attributes:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication.
• High level of self-motivation and drive for making an impact.
• Passion for hands-on technical leadership with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• A positive attitude and curiosity to learn new skills.

Compensation:

At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals—reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company’s future growth and success.

Benefits offered : 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.

SiTime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We treat each person fairly and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment against anyone on the basis of any protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or marital status or other characteristics protected by law. SiTime participates in the E-Verify program.

Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique.

• Innovation on Top – Philosophies of Innovation with Rajesh Vashist
• Fabrication Knowledge – An Interview with Rajesh Vashist
• SiTime Corporation – YouTube

Pay Range

$124,920—$171,770 USD