{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"759d04830ff7de8e26a7aaee","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/759d04830ff7de8e26a7aaee","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/759d04830ff7de8e26a7aaee","title":"Yield Engineer","description":"Yield EngineerAbout Samsung Austin Semiconductor: Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.Come innovate with us!Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced yield engineer to drive yield excellence across advanced semiconductor technologies, from development through high-volume manufacturing. This role requires deep expertise in yield analysis, defect characterization, and cross-functional problem solving to accelerate yield ramp.Role and ResponsibilitiesHere's What You'll Be Responsible For:Yield Analysis & ImprovementOwn end-to-end yield performance across wafer sort, parametric test, and final testPerform advanced data mining and statistical analysis to identify yield limiters and drive improvement actionsGenerate yield detractors and correlate yield to electrical, inline, and defect dataProcess & Technology OptimizationCollaborate with process integration and module teams to reduce variability and improve process windowsDefine and execute defect reduction strategies. Partner with Module and Process Integration engineers to solve complex critical defect issues.Support technology launch, ramp, and transfer across nodes and fabRoot Cause & Failure AnalysisLead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologiesPartner with FA teams (EFA/PFA) to correlate physical defects with electrical signaturesCollaborate with Design and Product teams to ensure manufacturability and resolve layout-dependent yield issues before mass production ramp.Drive containment and corrective actions for yield excursionsData Science & ModelingApply statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling to yield datasetsDevelop automated analytics pipelines (Python, JMP, SQL)Develop and maintain sophisticated yield modelsYield ManagementDefine yield roadmap, KPIs, and improvement strategyLead task forces for major yield excursionsMentor junior engineers and establish best practicesInterface with executive leadership on yield health and risksSkills and QualificationsHere's what you'll need:B.E. M.Sc., or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Physics, or related field5+ years of experience in semiconductor yield or process integration preferred.Foundry Background: Direct experience at a leading-edge fab focusing on FinFET or Gate-All-Around (GAA) architectures.Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, wafer fabrication, and transistor performance and semiconductor process (Lithography, Etch, CMP, PVD/CVD).Coding skills for data manipulation (Python, SQL).Proficiency in statistical analysis software (Spotifre, JMP, Related python library).","company":"Samsung","rawCompany":"samsung","city":"Taylor","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-17T00:59:35.143Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9141.00","title":"Semiconductor Processing Technicians","slug":"semiconductor-processing-technicians"},{"code":"17-2199.06","title":"Microsystems Engineers","slug":"microsystems-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334413","title":"Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing","slug":"semiconductor-and-related-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Yield Engineer","description":"Yield EngineerAbout Samsung Austin Semiconductor: Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.Come innovate with us!Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced yield engineer to drive yield excellence across advanced semiconductor technologies, from development through high-volume manufacturing. This role requires deep expertise in yield analysis, defect characterization, and cross-functional problem solving to accelerate yield ramp.Role and ResponsibilitiesHere's What You'll Be Responsible For:Yield Analysis & ImprovementOwn end-to-end yield performance across wafer sort, parametric test, and final testPerform advanced data mining and statistical analysis to identify yield limiters and drive improvement actionsGenerate yield detractors and correlate yield to electrical, inline, and defect dataProcess & Technology OptimizationCollaborate with process integration and module teams to reduce variability and improve process windowsDefine and execute defect reduction strategies. 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