Experienced Yield Analysis Engineer

Samsung Electronics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Austin, TX
Salary
$95,000–$120,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
53 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Sep 4, 2027

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Samsung Electronics is a South Korean multinational corporation and a global leader in technology, specializing in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and home appliances.

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TL;DR · Experienced Yield Analysis Engineer

The Experienced Yield Analysis Engineer joins the semiconductor manufacturing team to monitor wafer manufacturing processes, drive yield enhancement, and investigate process excursions. This role involves developing complex yield prediction models, forecasting yield trajectories for ramping and mature technology nodes, and performing advanced data mining to identify yield limiters. The engineer will lead root cause analysis by correlating electrical signatures with physical defects and implementing robust solutions to ensure process stability. Key responsibilities include managing yield excursions, defining strategic roadmaps, and building automated analytics pipelines. The position requires proficiency in Python, JMP, and SQL, alongside a deep understanding of semiconductor device physics, CMOS fabrication processes, and electrical parametric testing. The work focuses on solving technical problems related to lithography, etch, thin films, CMP, diffusion, and implant processes.

What you'll do

  • Develop and validate complex yield prediction models using inline metrology, defect inspection, and FDC metrics.
  • Forecast yield trajectories for ramping and mature technology nodes to identify risk areas before EDS testing.
  • Perform data mining and statistical analysis to identify yield limiters and implement improvement actions.
  • Lead root cause analysis by correlating electrical signatures with physical defects to eliminate layout-dependent yield limiters.
  • Apply machine learning and data science techniques using Python, JMP, and SQL to build automated analytics pipelines.
  • Define strategic roadmaps, KPIs, and improvement strategies while managing major yield excursions.
  • Communicate yield health, risks, and technical data to executive leadership and global stakeholders.

What we're looking for

  • B.E. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field.
  • Understanding of semiconductor device physics and CMOS fabrication processes including Lithography, Etch, Thin Films, CMP, Diffusion, and Implant.
  • Understanding of electrical parametric testing and defect inspection mechanisms.
  • Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills with a proven track record of resolving complex process excursions.
  • Ability to apply data science techniques and machine learning using Python, JMP, and SQL.
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills to communicate technical data to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 cleanroom manufacturing environment.
  • Must be authorized to access information subject to U.S. export control laws.

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