ASML · 8 hours ago
System Architect
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$158K/yr - $264K/yr
5+ years expASML is a leader in developing lithography machines for microchip production, seeking an experienced technical leader for their Source Research department in San Diego. The role focuses on defining and advancing the source technology roadmap, integrating multidisciplinary expertise in physics and engineering to innovate and develop next-generation light sources.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain long term lithography source technology roadmap. Translate research from source innovation functions into system level architecture
Drive system level trade off analysis such as performance, cost of technology, risk and scalability. Ensure technology roadmap is realistic and aligned with research business strategy
Integrate learnings from source functions, align them with the department’s learning goals, and identify gaps and opportunities critical for meeting source research objectives
Provide technical leadership across functions within the department and guide the architecture team toward a unified, stable roadmap. Develop and deliver clear, impactful presentations to senior leadership
Identify high impact technical cross-functional projects and lead hands-on experimentation, design, prototyping and analysis needed to mature technology
Contribute to and influence the development of ongoing scientific models, cost models, AI and data solutions, and model validation needed to perform system level tradeoffs. Propose experimental anchoring studies, analyze test results and assess roadmap uncertainty to secure long term source technology roadmap
Document learning and communicate knowledge to engineering and product development teams to guide product improvement and release of new product nodes
Work independently and in teams to deliver on a stated objective, whether it be the pursuit of new knowledge, the demonstration of a new capability, or the characterization of existing performance
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. with a minimum of 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with at least 8 years of experience in a relevant analytical discipline such as applied mathematics, artificial intelligence, physics, or engineering, with proven expertise in areas such as plasma, laser, and photonics
Proven experience developing and maintaining multi-year technology roadmaps, aligning technical maturity, cost and integration readiness with business strategy
Extensive hands-on experience in complex system design and construction, including experimentation, characterization, and troubleshooting
Proficient in software development using Python, C/C++ and MATLAB, with expertise in database tools and automation frameworks
Ability to clearly and logically communicate ideas and knowledge to various audiences
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a part of a team and lead investigation and research efforts involving multiple stakeholders and constraints
Proven ability to build trust and credibility, enabling effective leadership through influence
Deep understanding of scientific research methods and strong curiosity
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401k plan
Eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month
(13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Company
ASML
ASML is a manufacturer of chip-making equipment.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$526.46M2022-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $526.46M
1995-03-24IPO
Leadership Team
Christophe Fouquet
President and Chief Executive Officer
Marco Pieters
Chief Technology Officer
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