Staff/Sr. Staff Engineer, Process Simulation developer

Samsung Semiconductor Inc. (SSI) is advancing the world’s technology. As a leader in Memory, System, LSI and LCD technologies, our US teams contribute to breakthroughs in 5G, SOC, memory and display. With our global perspective and diversity of thought, we proudly serve our customers around the world. We are looking for team members who share our commitment to learning and growth and excel when collaborating within and across teams.

SSI is headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley and is a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. - the #1 employer in the world (Forbes, 2020 & 2021) and top patent-holder in the U.S. Want to advance the world’s technology with us?

Job Title

Staff/Sr. Staff Engineer, Process Simulation Developer

Location

San Jose, CA 

Job #

40675

INSIDE THIS BUSINESS GROUP:

The Samsung Device Lab (SDL) develops simulation solutions for advanced semiconductor manufacturing technology requirements. The Device Lab was initiated in January 2011 and is based in Silicon Valley. The lab focuses on the development of Technology Computer Aided Design (TCAD) models and simulation software for deploying advanced manufacturing processes for semiconductor devices and materials. SDL supports logic, memory and LED technology development, as well as the development of compact models for advanced logic and memory technology.

In addition, the teams of top engineering talent at the lab conduct pioneering TCAD-based device research on extremely low-power applications.

OVERVIEW & IMPACT:

The candidate will be a key member of the process modeling group at Device Lab, working on exciting projects focused on process related issues (epitaxial growth, etching, oxidation, nitridation, and phase changes) in the development of advanced logic and memory devices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop new first principles-based simulation methodologies for dynamics of chemical reactions relevant to advanced logic and memory devices fabrication processes.
• Implement the developed methodologies in Samsung in-house simulator using C
• Prepare usage examples and user manual
• Provide physics based solutions for new technology development
• Work as part of a global team focused on quality, reliability and performance

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS:

• MS or Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or related fields
• Strong skills and experience in programming (e.g., C )
• Experience in ab initio molecular dynamics method and/or Kinetic Monte Carlo method development demonstrated in peer-reviewed papers.
• Deep understanding in chemical reactions at atomic level.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, as part of a globally distributed team
• Good oral and written skills for communication and documentation

Additionally, we look for the following universal qualities in all candidates:

• Resourceful Achiever: self-motivated and proactive, you flex to try new approaches and creatively solve problems 
• Avid Learner: you thrive with challenges, seek continuous growth and improvement, and seek data to prove your hypotheses
• Devoted Professional: you are diligent and deliberate in your work, leveraging your expertise to deliver results without ego  
• Thoughtful Collaborator: you build relationships across teams, offering help and welcoming ideas from others to drive work forward in an inclusive manner

PREFERED SKILLS

• Experience on process modeling of semiconductor devices
• Experience on rare event system simulations.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process and experience on process simulations (TCAD simulation)
• Knowledge on multi-scale process modeling flow (atomistic (DFT, KMC, MD) to continuum (FEM, FVM))

COVID-19 POLICIES

• Successful applicants must comply with company COVID-19 policies, which are subject to change in response to public health, regulatory and business circumstances
• Current policies are subject only to emergency or legally-required exceptions and include: mandatory reporting of vaccination status; vaccination requirement for office access, external meetings and business travel; mask usage in office; and daily screening procedures at offices