What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Semiconductor R&D Engineer position at Vertical Semiconductor?
Company Description
Vertical Semiconductor, a venture-backed MIT spin-out, is leading the development of vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power electronics to build the foundational power layer for the next generation of compute and AI.
Role Description
As a rapidly growing startup, we are seeking a full-time Senior Semiconductor R&D Engineer to help drive the commercialization of vertical GaN technology and lead our engineering team through its critical stages of growth. This role offers the opportunity to be hands-on in shaping the development of a world-changing technology looking to push the limits of power electronics, and your contributions will directly impact the success of the company and the industries we aim to disrupt. We have a preference for candidates who will work from our office at Greentown Labs (Somerville, MA), but open to considering remote candidates.
Qualifications
Vertical Semiconductor is seeking an engineer who is not only capable of accelerating the technical vision of the company but is also willing to get involved in the day-to-day execution of a startup. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, is comfortable with a hands-on approach in a collaborative arena and thrives in a startup environment where they can make an immediate impact. We value integrity, initiative, problem-solving, creativity and a passion for creating transformative technology that can change industries and improve the world.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package with participation in our stock option program that is commensurable with candidates’ experience and impact.
Vertical Semiconductor, a venture-backed MIT spin-out, is leading the development of vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power electronics to build the foundational power layer for the next generation of compute and AI.
Role Description
As a rapidly growing startup, we are seeking a full-time Senior Semiconductor R&D Engineer to help drive the commercialization of vertical GaN technology and lead our engineering team through its critical stages of growth. This role offers the opportunity to be hands-on in shaping the development of a world-changing technology looking to push the limits of power electronics, and your contributions will directly impact the success of the company and the industries we aim to disrupt. We have a preference for candidates who will work from our office at Greentown Labs (Somerville, MA), but open to considering remote candidates.
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent experience in electrical engineering, physics, materials science or device engineering.
- Focus on gallium nitride (GaN) or other wide bandgap semiconductor device design and fabrication with 5 years of professional work experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience planning and coordinating device development in shared fab and foundry environments. Experience with external fab technology transfers and CMOS-compatible GaN process development is highly encouraged
- Power device design experience in GaN or SiC.
- In-depth knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes
- TCAD simulations for device modeling and optimization
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in python/MATLAB or similar for data analysis
- GDS layout experience
- Experience in wide bandgap power device failure analysis
- On-wafer characterization of automated DC/CV/dynamic testing. Power device experience preferred
- Discrete component characterization
- Execute analytical calculations, simulations, design, build and measure application evaluation boards as needed to perform the tasks
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and with external partners.
Vertical Semiconductor is seeking an engineer who is not only capable of accelerating the technical vision of the company but is also willing to get involved in the day-to-day execution of a startup. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, is comfortable with a hands-on approach in a collaborative arena and thrives in a startup environment where they can make an immediate impact. We value integrity, initiative, problem-solving, creativity and a passion for creating transformative technology that can change industries and improve the world.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package with participation in our stock option program that is commensurable with candidates’ experience and impact.