Staff System Design Engineer

Fremont, California, USAFull-time$136k–$170k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

On-site

Core

Design, develop, and optimize advanced optical systems for semiconductor failure analysis, integrated circuit analysis, and circuit editing, focusing on high-performance tools for fault isolation.

Role type

Staff System Design Engineer (Optical Systems)

Builds

Next-generation semiconductor analysis tools for electrical failure analysis

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Optical instrumentation

Required skills

System design, laser-based instrumentation, experimental validation, optics design, electronics integration, motion systems, high-resolution microscopy, photon detection systems, MATLAB, Python, CAD tools

Preferred skills

Semiconductor failure analysis techniques (LIVA, OBIRCH, TIVA), Python proficiency, design for manufacturability (DFM)

Technologies

MATLAB, Python, SolidWorks, LIVA, OBIRCH, TIVA, IR optics, PMTs, APDs

Responsibilities

Lead design and optimization of optical subsystems (IR imaging, laser stimulation, photon emission), collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate requirements into prototypes, investigate applications of existing technologies, support operations in resolving customer issues, conduct proof-of-concept studies

Seniority

Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence

About thermofisher

Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance. Join our Sales & Marketing team with an unmatched depth of capabilities and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges.