Electrical Engineering , High Frequency Power Electronics - Fall in , us

RF Power Engineering

Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab. It's already possible to build this with today's technology and a few simplifications. We'll build the tools ourselves so we can quickly iterate and improve.

We're building a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We'll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology.

Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better.

Atomic was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.

About the Role

We're hiring a RF Power Engineering for the fall term. The begins in September, with a commitment of 4 to 8 months. We're rebuilding the chip fabrication process from the ground up, so you'll be exposed to some really interesting and impactful work. You will rapidly develop and test the compact RF systems inside our fabrication tools. You'll be expected to identify problems, prototype solutions, productionize your prototypes, and deliver finished solutions that will revolutionize IC manufacturing.

Our philosophy is to get things built and tested in days or weeks, not months. Because of this, a portfolio is required to apply: show us the things you've actually built! If you've shipped a medium-to-high complexity system through a personal project or previous , you'd be a good fit here.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design of complete RF power systems from architecture to schematic to layout

Ensure accurate RF power diagnostics and metrology

Collaborate with engineers and scientists to gather system requirements

Help define firmware requirements

Source components and lead manufacturing effort

Required Experience

Experience building of RF systems

RF resonant power amplifier design in the 100s of Watts range

RF power measurement sensor design

Hands on prototyping and testing

Cable harness design, documentation, and fabrication

Nice-to-Have

Advanced degree in power electronics or related field

Plasma systems experience

Systems engineering and integration

Working at Atomic Semi

We're an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA. Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Hardware Interns are paid an hourly rate equivalent to an annualized range of $105,000-126,000, depending on experience and education level. This range assumes a 40-hour workweek and includes up to 10 hours of pre-approved weekly overtime, paid at 1.5x the base hourly rate. Actual earnings will vary depending on length and hours worked.

Benefits:

Housing stipend to help with first month expenses

Lunches daily, dinners 3x per week, stocked office kitchen with snacks and spindrifts

Weekly learning & development opportunities

Commuter benefits including parking and late night Uber rides from the office

Paid time off inclusive of holidays and sick time

Visa sponsorship

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life and insurance

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of , , , , , , veteran status, or other legally protected statuses. Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.