SMTS Foundry Technology
RambusJob Title
SMTS Foundry Technology
Role Summary
Act as the primary technical interface between internal engineering teams and external foundry partners to qualify technology, execute tapeouts, enable yield ramp, and ensure high-volume production readiness. Position is on the Operations Engineering team reporting to the Director, Foundry Technology in Taiwan.
Work spans process evaluation, yield improvement, tapeout execution, and cross-functional coordination with design and supply chain groups.
Experience Level
Mid-level.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Drive yield improvement initiatives with foundries via data analysis (WAT, test data) and root-cause investigation.
- Collaborate with foundries to implement process improvements and corrective/improvement plans.
- Execute tapeouts to foundries, including GDS release, MT form preparation, and engineering lot planning.
- Support technology evaluation for new process nodes and new foundry partners.
- Coordinate with supply chain on wafer WIP management and production readiness.
- Assist design teams with PDK usage, design rules interpretation (DRC/LVS), and process guidelines.
Requirements
Essential and preferred qualifications (education summarized separately).
- Must-have: Strong experience in semiconductor process technology (examples: BCD, FinFET); hands-on experience with yield analysis and direct foundry interaction; practical experience with TSMC technologies and systems; experience executing tapeouts and engineering lot planning; excellent cross-functional communication skills; fluent in English and Mandarin.
- Nice-to-have: Familiarity with PDK, DRC/LVS and IC design flow; experience in supply chain coordination for wafer WIP; experience evaluating new nodes or foundries.
Education Requirements
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Fields mentioned: Electrical Engineering; equivalent experience accepted.
About the Company
Company: Rambus
Headquarters: Sunnyvale, California, USA
Rambus is a global leader in advanced semiconductor and technology solutions, specializing in enhancing data access and improving performance in computing, networking, and storage applications. The company is known for its innovative IP and solutions in memory, security, and interface technologies. With a strong focus on research and development, Rambus continues to push the boundaries of technology to meet the growing demands of the digital age.
