This role pays more than
61%
of similar roles. Most pay
$152,000–$217,462
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$194k
versus about
$185k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Applied Materials
Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment
Applied Materials currently has
132 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$132,750–$182,500
across 132 roles with salary data.
The RF Systems Engineer Sr. joins a team focused on developing advanced RF power delivery systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role involves leading the design, integration, optimization, and troubleshooting of critical subsystems including RF generators, matching networks, filters, diagnostics, sensors, and ICP source designs. The engineer will perform circuit simulations, electromagnetic modeling, and technical investigations to improve plasma ignition, coupling efficiency, and process uniformity. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating schematics, developing test plans for product releases, coordinating component procurement, and collaborating with software and manufacturing teams to ensure hardware-software integration. Key skills required include expertise in RF engineering, plasma processing, and system-level design. The role addresses the technical challenge of optimizing RF-plasma interactions and ensuring wafer-to-wafer repeatability within complex semiconductor processing environments through innovative engineering solutions and proactive supplier engagement.
RF Engineering
ADS
HFSS
CST Studio Suite
SPICE
MATLAB
Python
Electromagnetics
Circuit Design
Impedance Matching
Transmission Line Theory
Power Electronics
Plasma Processing
PECVD
CVD
Etch
Systems Engineering
CAE
RF Design
RF Systems
Antenna Technology
Python
Spectrum Analyzers
Network Analyzers
Ethernet
Link Budgets
Co-site Analysis
EMI
MIL-STD-461
MIL-STD-464
Test Automation
Digital Electronics
C2 Systems
RF Engineering
RF Circuit Design
Electromagnetics
Impedance Matching
Transmission Line Theory
ADS
HFSS
CST Studio Suite
SPICE
MATLAB
Python
Power Electronics
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Plasma Processing
Circuit Analysis
EM Modeling