CareerPlan

Physicist / Scientist V

San Jose,CAFull-time$176k–$242k2026-08-31 → 2026-10-23

Core

Technically lead and execute engineering projects, spearhead R&D of new technologies, and troubleshoot complex physics-related system issues for semiconductor equipment.

Role type

Senior IC physicist/scientist (semiconductor materials science)

Builds

Next-generation semiconductor chips and advanced display equipment

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Materials science

Required skills

Advanced physics principles, complex system design, experimental definition, risk management, competitor technology analysis, strategic vendor management, feasibility study execution, mentoring

Preferred skills

Red-Team analysis, high-level customer engagement, university/consortia collaboration

Technologies

Semiconductor equipment, complex modules/sub-modules, system specifications

Responsibilities

Define experiments and determine data requirements for technical decisions; oversee and approve designs in team design reviews; troubleshoot significantly complex physics-related system problems; lead and execute complex system projects; initiate innovative physics/science projects extending system performance boundaries; provide mentoring for less experienced physicists/scientists.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities