Sr. Member of Technical Staff

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of high-tech, cost-effective equipment for transforming surfaces, materials and interfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to Fortune 50, our customers rely on YES solutions to unleash products that change lives -- from cellphones and IoT devices, to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

Our industry-leading vacuum cure ovens, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) systems, and plasma etching tools are driving innovation in a wide range of exciting and growing markets. We look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits (including employee stock ownership), a beautiful light-filled new facility in a central location, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Sr. Member of Technical Staff – Engineering & Technology

Location: Fremont, California

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Development and optimization of semiconductor products, plasma systems, and advanced process technologies
• Provide analytical leadership from concept through design validation, characterization, and production readiness
• Lead complex engineering tradeoff analysis using data-driven and first-principles approaches
• Strong fundamentals in plasma systems with deep understanding of semiconductor process chemistry and plasma physics
• Analyze process behavior, defect mechanisms, chamber interactions, and process variability to drive performance improvements
• Drive root-cause analysis and structured problem solving using experimental and statistical techniques
• Develop and interpret DOE, characterization, and process performance data to improve robustness and capability
• Chamber and subsystem design analysis including thermal, deposition, cleaning, etching, gas flow, and process uniformity optimization
• Collaborate with engineering teams, process, and technology partners for concurrent development and integration
• Drive IP innovation, experimentation, and technology development for next-generation semiconductor applications
• Serve as a technical resource for emerging technology trends, competitive analysis, and process innovation

Required Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Physics, Engineering, or related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor capital equipment, process chamber design, and process technology development
• Strong technical expertise in vacuum systems, thermal analysis, flow dynamics, reaction kinetics, and plasma-based process environments
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, ANSYS, or equivalent analytical platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to evaluate complex system interactions and engineering tradeoffs
• Working knowledge of industry design and compliance standards including UL, CSA, FCC, SEMI S2/S8/F47, and CE requirements
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Hands-on approach to laboratory experimentation, process characterization, data analysis, and technology validation

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep expertise in semiconductor process technologies including Etch, CVD, PVD, RTP, and Advanced Packaging
• Strong understanding of advanced packaging technologies, industry trends, and technology roadmaps
• Proven track record of innovation with strong intellectual property and patent development credentials
• Established customer relationships and industry engagement with key semiconductors and/or life sciences customers

Travel Information:

• Position requires 10 % travel

Compensation

• YES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO.

Additional Information

• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
• YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Come find out why YES is such a great place to work. Apply today!