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KYOCERA SLD Laser · 5 months ago

Member of Technical Staff Epi Process Development Engineer

positionFremont, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
money$157K/yr - $185K/yr
date5+ years exp

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is a leader in the commercialization of gallium nitride-based laser light sources. The MTS Epi Process Development Engineer will be responsible for developing epitaxial deposition processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize chip designs and ensure high-yield processes.

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Responsibilities

Development and execution of product-driven epitaxial processes via MOCVD
Analyze and review metrology data associated with epitaxial processes and equipment
Contribute to development and optimization of yield and process control metrics for epi
Coordinate with chip fabrication team to plan and execute necessary epi experiments for co-optimization of epi and chip; may serve as member on cross-functional project team(s)
Support quality systems requirements and new product introduction (NPI) requirements
Additional duties as assigned

Qualification

MOCVD process developmentEpitaxial growth experienceThin film metrologyLED fabrication experienceLaser device designData analysis skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeam player mentality

Required

B.S. and MS or PhD in engineering (materials, electrical engineering, physics or related discipline)
5+ years industry experience in epitaxial process development, semiconductor or manufacturing process engineering for product
Experience with a variety of thin film metrology and characterization techniques
Fabrication and/or test experience with LED, laser diode or similar optoelectronic devices

Preferred

Epitaxial growth experience in gallium nitride MOCVD, preferably in production environment
Laser device design and chip fabrication knowledge; technical background to effectively support epi/chip design co-optimization for various applications
Strong analytical programming and/or data analysis skills (JMP, Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, etc)
Strong critical thinking, creative, innovative and analytical problem-solving skills
Self-motivated and resourceful
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible and team player mentality

Company

KYOCERA SLD Laser

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We are at the forefront of innovation, commercializing a new generation of gallium-nitride based laser light sources for various applications, including automotive, mobility, specialty lighting, and consumer devices.
dateFounded in 2013
location
Goleta, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.kyocera-sldlaser.com

H1B Sponsorship

KYOCERA SLD Laser has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$4.5M
Key Investors
TDK VenturesKhosla Ventures
2021-01-12Acquired
2020-01-22Series Unknown
2013-08-22Series A· $4.5M

Leadership Team

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Rafael Alva
Vice President of Finance
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