Lead Epi Engineer
The Hiring Method, LLC
Job Description
Job Description
Work Setting: 100% onsite semiconductor manufacturing and R&D environment in Fremont, CA
Travel: Occasional travel to other company sites as needed
Compensation: Competitive base salary
Bonus: Annual bonus opportunity up to 25%
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employee stock purchase program, paid time off, and comprehensive employee benefits package
Relocation: Available on a case-by-case basis
Sponsorship: Will consider H1b- transfers /TN-1 Visas
Position Summary
A global leader in compound semiconductor and photonics technology is seeking a Lead / Principal Epitaxial Engineer to lead the development of advanced MOCVD epitaxial growth processes supporting next-generation InP and GaAs optoelectronic devices.
This is a highly technical engineering role focused on new product development, epitaxial process innovation, and continuous process improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will partner closely with Device Design, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to develop new epitaxial structures, improve device performance, and drive process capability from R&D through production.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced epitaxy engineer who enjoys solving complex materials and process challenges while serving as a technical leader within a collaborative engineering organization.
What You'll Do
• Lead the development and optimization of MOCVD epitaxial growth processes for InP and GaAs-based optoelectronic devices
• Partner with Design and Product Engineering teams to develop new epitaxial structures and support new product introductions
• Drive process improvements focused on yield, throughput, capacity, cost, and overall manufacturing performance
• Analyze epitaxial growth data using SPC, DOE, JMP, and other statistical tools to improve process capability
• Develop and implement characterization methods using XRD, ECV, photoluminescence (PL), reflectance, and related techniques
• Troubleshoot complex process issues and implement corrective actions to improve process stability
• Present technical findings and development results to engineering leadership and cross-functional teams
• Support technology transfer from development into high-volume manufacturing while ensuring process consistency and compliance
What You Bring
• M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience with MOCVD crystal growth of InP, GaAs, or other III-V compound semiconductor materials
• Strong understanding of epitaxial growth processes and compound semiconductor device technology
• Experience using epitaxial characterization tools including XRD, ECV, PL, and reflectance
• Knowledge of SPC, DOE, Gage studies, process control, and statistical data analysis
• Experience using JMP or similar statistical software preferred
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple technical projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience developing epitaxial structures for lasers, EMLs, DMLs, photodiodes, VCSELs, or other optoelectronic devices
• Experience supporting both R&D and high-volume manufacturing
• Background leading new process development or technology transfer projects
• Experience mentoring engineers or serving as a technical lead
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom environments
Why This Opportunity
• Lead development of advanced InP and GaAs technologies used in AI infrastructure, optical networking, and next-generation datacenter applications
• High-impact technical leadership role with direct influence on new product development
• Opportunity to work alongside world-class experts in compound semiconductor technology
• Collaborative environment with strong interaction across Design, Product, and Manufacturing Engineering
• Exposure to both cutting-edge R&D and high-volume semiconductor manufacturing
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits
• Long-term career growth within a global technology leader in photonics and semiconductor innovation
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