Senior Lithography Research Engineer

About the Company

fab2 was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end development, simulation, and fabrication of novel patterning hardware
• Drive exploratory R&D autonomously across optical design and nanofabrication
• Simulate optical and nanophotonic behavior to guide hands-on physical experimentation
• Interface closely with the process team to seamlessly integrate patterning hardware with adjacent deposition, development, and etch steps

Requirements

• PhD, or equivalent, in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Demonstrated command of applied optics (including sub-wavelength and nanophotonic regimes) and experimental optics/metrology
• Deep, hands-on expertise in nanofabrication and sub-micron patterning
• Strong background in lithography and patterning hardware design, including advanced resolution-enhancement techniques
• Proven ability to plan and execute complex R&D work autonomously

Preferred Qualifications

• End-to-end fabrication experience with nanophotonic or sub-wavelength optical devices
• Design experience with metasurfaces or metalenses

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time
• Visa Sponsorship
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
• Commuter Benefits
• Daily lunches and frequent dinners