Principal Engineer Photolithography DRAM Process Development (Evergreen)
Core
Lead photolithography process development for next-generation DRAM, translating concepts to manufacturable solutions on pilot lines and high-volume fabs.
Role type
Principal Engineer, Photolithography Process Development
Builds
Next-generation DRAM memory nodes
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Photolithography
Required skills
Photolithography process development, Imaging fundamentals, Track and overlay control, Reticle management, OPC (Optical Proximity Correction), Scanner systems operation, DOE (Design of Experiments), Root cause analysis, Vendor engagement for equipment/materials, Cross-functional team leadership
Preferred skills
MS or PhD in semiconductor field, R&D to production transfer experience, Data analysis and scripting, Data science and GenAI tools, Technical presentation skills
Technologies
EUV, 193i, 248nm, 365nm lithography tools, Scanner systems, OPC software
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize photo processes to meet device physical and electrical requirements, Lead a lithography module across multiple node technologies, Partner with integration teams and drive vendor engagement, Analyze failures and perform root cause analysis, Document plans and drive transfer to production fabs
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic roadmap ownership