Diamond Foundry · 3 weeks ago
Microwave Plasma Scientist
Bay Area, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDiamond Foundry Inc. is a pioneering company focused on converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy. They are seeking a Microwave Plasma Scientist to design new microwave components and systems for diamond production, leveraging physics and engineering principles to enhance reactor designs and diagnostics.
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Responsibilities
Design new microwave components and systems used for plasma enhanced CVD reactors and other tools used in the production of CVD diamond
Model the plasma and microwave behavior of reactor components in order to improve reactor designs and understanding
Develop diagnostics for reactor and plasma monitoring and control, implementing diagnostics in manufacturing
Architect and perform experiments to understand hardware impacts to plasma and diamond growth, specifically as it relates to microwave sources and components
Qualification
Required
At least 5 or more years of industry experience
PhD in engineering or applied physics and expertise in high-power, microwave frequency systems
Hands-on experience with RF/microwave equipment used in the test of microwave components and sources (VNAs, signal generators, diodes, etc.)
Experience with high vacuum systems and plasma based devices
Proficiency in a full-wave electromagnetic design tool (HFSS, CST MWS, or COMSOL) and proficiency with other circuit design/layout tools
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Employee discounts to VRAI
Medical and vision coverage are retroactive to your start date
Dental and voluntary benefits take effect once you’ve completed your enrollment
Company
Diamond Foundry
Diamond Foundry produces diamonds at mining scale using a proprietary reactor technology.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$350M2021-03-29Series Unknown· $200M
2018-10-01Series B· $100M
2015-11-15Series A· $50M
Leadership Team
R. Martin Roscheisen
Founder & CEO
Michael Calonico
VP of Finance
Recent News
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