Principal Process Integration Engineer

D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. They are seeking a self-motivated Principal Process Integration Engineer to support the development and production of superconducting IC fabrication processes at their partner foundries, leading initiatives and collaborating closely with partners.

Responsibilities:

• Lead process development initiatives in collaboration with foundry partners
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments using statistical methods to improve process performance and yield
• Own and optimize critical fabrication steps or modules within the process flow
• Maintain and enhance the process of record (POR) for production
• Drive yield, performance, and reliability improvements through process optimization
• Partner with cross-functional teams (design, device, reliability) to meet product requirements
• Collaborate with foundries to troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements in production
• Document and standardize processes, specifications, and control plans
• Communicate technical results and recommendations to stakeholders and senior leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes, including thin film deposition, lithography, etch, diffusion, wet processing, and CMP
• Solid understanding of process integration, yield, performance, and reliability interactions
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and meet deadlines
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S
• 10+ years of experience in process integration
• Master's or Ph.D. preferred
• Experience in LSI manufacturing or semiconductor R&D