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Nokia · 1 day ago

Failure Analysis Engineer

positionSunnyvale, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
date2+ years exp

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. They are seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer responsible for failure analysis and yield improvement in a wafer fab that manufactures photonic integrated circuits. The role involves operating SEMs, performing failure analysis, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to implement improvements.

ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsMobile DevicesTelecommunications
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Responsibilities

Prepare samples and perform failure analysis work (FIB/Cross-section/EDX/etc.)
Review diagnostic/test data of current and next generation products to identify issues, plan FA next steps (what type of FA, sampling plan, etc.)
Interpret FA outcomes and determine root cause of device failures
Present FA findings and work with stakeholders to implement recommendations for improvement arising from FA analysis
Coordinate with outside providers for FA work that cannot be done in-house

Qualification

Failure Analysis equipmentData analysisCommunication skillsTeamworkIII-V devices

Required

Experience with Failure Analysis equipment in a wafer fab environment
Data analysis skills
Excellent communication skills, writing reports and presenting findings
Work in a team environment consisting of engineers and operators
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet business needs with short deadlines
Requires a BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or a related field, with a concentration in microelectronics, optoelectronics, electronics, or physics plus 2-3 years of experience or a MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or a related field

Preferred

Experience with III-V devices a plus

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities
Well-being programs to support you mentally and physically
Opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups
Mentoring programs
Highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered

Company

Nokia

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Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Espoo, Southern Finland, FIN
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nokia.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
European Investment BankNVIDIANational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $511.84M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B

Leadership Team

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Justin Hotard
President and CEO
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Victoria Hanrahan
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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