Senior Epitaxy Metrology Engineer, Raxium
Google · Fremont, CA
senior
Software Engineer
ic
· Posted Mar 31, 2026
$159,000 – $231,000
USD per year
Skills
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $159,000-$231,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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Responsibilities
- Employ existing and invent novel metrology methods to drive exceptional process development of monolithic display technology.
- Work with external tool suppliers for both new equipment development and improved problem-solving capabilities.
- Use best practices for metrology and measurement tool control and improvement, including managing a routine calibration program, measurement systems analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
- Support in the early adoption of best practices in process control by documenting techniques, train technicians and engineers, and engage in continuous improvement of metrology procedures.
- Drive understanding of toolsets and analyses to make the most out of measurement data while also minimizing impacts to cycle time.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Epitaxy, Optics, Sensors, Photonics), or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of experience with metrology techniques in a semiconductor fabrication environment.
- Experience with data analysis and statistical methods, such as statistical process control (SPC).
- Experience with various metrology tools and techniques, such as PL Spectroscopy, X-Ray Diffraction, Flourescence Spectroscopy, Microscopy, Laser/White Light Interferometry.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Epitaxy, Optics, Sensors, Photonics), or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with applying measurement systems analysis for assessing tool performance.
- Experience with semiconductor characterization techniques, and the knowledge of working principles and data interpretation.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation.