# Staff R&D Device Engineer

**Company:** [Fab2](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/fab2)
**Location:** Austin, TX
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Salary:** $150k – $210k/yr
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Cmos, Mosfet, Device Physics, Solid-State Electronics, I-V/C-V Measurement, Probe Stations, Tcad, Hspice, Pdks, Python, MATLAB, Cleanroom Processing, Cmos Manufacturing, Semiconductor Reliability Testing, Data Analysis
**Posted:** 2026-09-04

> Leads transistor architecture, electrical characterization, parameter extraction, and diagnostic analysis for in-house semiconductor device development. Requires a Ph.D. and deep expertise in CMOS/MOSFET physics, semiconductor measurement, probe stations, and data analysis.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design device architectures and tailor novel transistor structures to meet device specifications.
- Execute tape-outs and test key designs.
- Perform electrical characterization, including I-V/C-V measurements, on transistors and MOSCAPs across process splits.
- Analyze complex electrical and physical data to identify bottlenecks and inform material and process-flow improvements.
- Extract core device parameters to build foundational technology performance models.

## Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Solid State Physics, or a closely related field.
- Rigorous understanding of advanced CMOS/MOSFET device physics and solid-state electronics fundamentals.
- Extensive experience with semiconductor device measurement and probe station operation.
- Strong data analysis and scripting skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex device physics concepts to cross-functional partners.

## Nice-to-haves
- Familiarity with semiconductor simulation software such as TCAD and HSPICE.
- Experience with Process Design Kits (PDKs) or test-chip layout.
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for test automation and large-scale data analysis.
- Hands-on cleanroom experience and comprehensive understanding of the CMOS manufacturing process flow.
- Experience with semiconductor reliability testing, including HCI, NBTI/PBTI, and TDDB.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Annual salary: $150,000–$210,000.
- Equity compensation.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off, including holidays and sick time.
- Visa sponsorship.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Commuter benefits.
- Office meals and snacks.

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