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Principal Engineer, RET Design

Boise, Idaho, United States of AmericaFull-time2026-08-26 → 2026-11-10

Core

Develop and optimize Resolution Enhancement Techniques (RET) and Optical Proximity Correction (OPC) solutions to enable high-fidelity wafer patterning for advanced memory technologies.

Role type

Principal Engineer, RET Design (IC)

Builds

Reticle solutions and lithography optimization projects for next-generation memory and storage products

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing, lithography, materials science

Required skills

RET and OPC methodologies, EUV lithography, optics, diffraction, resist behavior, lithography simulation tools (Sentaurus Litho, ProLith)

Preferred skills

EDA tools (Synopsys, Siemens, Cadence, Brion), Python/Perl/TCL/C/C++ scripting, semiconductor process development, engineering mentorship

Technologies

Sentaurus Litho, ProLith, Synopsys, Siemens, Cadence, Brion

Responsibilities

Develop and implement RET and OPC solutions to improve pattern fidelity and yield; Optimize lithography methodologies and tapeout processes; Analyze patterning issues and drive corrective actions; Lead complex mask development projects; Mentor engineers and promote technical best practices

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship