CareerPlan

Principal Optical Process Engineer

USA - CA - San Jose (Rose)Full-time$135k–$193k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-11
On-site

Core

Lead development, optimization, and implementation of photolithography processes for advanced semiconductor manufacturing nodes to support cloud, network, and AI applications.

Role type

Principal Optical Process Engineer

Builds

Photonics chips and optoelectronic solutions

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Optoelectronics

Required skills

Photolithography process development, Optical system maintenance, Statistical data analysis, Six Sigma methodologies (FMEA, SPC, DOE), Python programming, VBA macros, LabVIEW, C++ programming, JMP, Minitab

Preferred skills

Optical bench configuration, Optical component assembly, Through Displacement Talbot lithography Method, Optical inspection equipment familiarity, Cleanroom protocols

Technologies

Python, VBA, LabVIEW, C++, JMP, Minitab

Responsibilities

Lead development and optimization of photolithography processes, Maintain Optical Holographic Systems, Develop coherent optical systems including interferometry setups, Partner with Design and Equipment Engineering teams, Perform statistical data analysis to improve yield and reduce defects, Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet fab yield targets

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC