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Staff PIC Process Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

Proven ability to work effectively with remote fabs and crosssite teams Preferred Qualifications ... Design and specify epitaxial layer structures in collaboration with device designers and epitaxy ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote epitaxy engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Epitaxy Engineer vs Remote Semiconductor Process Engineer?

AspectRemote Epitaxy EngineerRemote Semiconductor Process Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree in materials science, physics, or related fieldEngineering degree in chemical, electrical, or materials engineering
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, or remote R&D teamsManufacturing plants, R&D labs, or remote process optimization teams
Industry UsageSemiconductor fabrication, advanced materials, nanotechnologySemiconductor manufacturing, device fabrication, process development
Common Search IntentUnderstanding roles in epitaxial growth, thin film depositionUnderstanding process optimization, wafer fabrication techniques

While both roles involve semiconductor manufacturing and require engineering expertise, Remote Epitaxy Engineers focus on the growth of crystalline layers on substrates using epitaxial techniques, often in research or specialized production. Remote Semiconductor Process Engineers concentrate on optimizing and managing manufacturing processes for semiconductor devices, ensuring quality and efficiency across production lines.

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Infographic showing various Remote Epitaxy Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,864 per year, or $55.7 per hour.
Staff PIC Process Engineer

Staff PIC Process Engineer

Nokia

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Nokia rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 76 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

As a Staff PIC Process Development Engineer, you will be a senior individual contributor within Nokia's Optical Components organization, responsible for the development, optimization, and transfer of InP photonic integrated circuit (PIC) and laser fabrication processes for highvolume manufacturing.

This role requires deep technical expertise across epitaxial design, semiconductor processing, datadriven manufacturing analysis, and close collaboration with remote fabrication partners. You will play a key role in enabling nextgeneration optical component technologies that support Nokia's highcapacity optical networking platforms.

  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience developing and manufacturing InP PIC or laser fabrication processes for highvolume applications
  • Demonstrated expertise in: 
    • Design of epitaxial layer structures
    • Process design and fabrication process development for InP devices or PICs
    • Photonic device data query and analysis in a manufacturing environment
    • Metal, semiconductor, and dielectric deposition and etching tools, chemistries, and methods
    • FMEA, SPC, process capability, and metrology
    • Building endtoend fabrication process flows from tool and design specifications

  • Proven ability to work effectively with remote fabs and crosssite teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting technology transfer to highvolume manufacturing
  • Familiarity with yield ramp, qualification, and reliability testing for photonic devices
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical issues across disciplines
  • Experience working in foundry or captive fab environments supporting compound semiconductor technologies

Process Development & Integration

  • Lead the design, development, and optimization of InP PIC and laser fabrication processes for highvolume manufacturing
  • Design and specify epitaxial layer structures in collaboration with device designers and epitaxy suppliers
  • Develop complete fabrication process flows based on design requirements, tool capabilities, and manufacturing constraints
  • Drive process integration, ensuring compatibility across metal, semiconductor, and dielectric modules

Manufacturing Data & Yield Excellence

  • Perform extensive data analysis of photonic device, wafer, and process data in a manufacturing environment
  • Apply SPC, process capability analysis (Cp/Cpk), and statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance
  • Lead or contribute to FMEA activities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for yield and reliability issues
  • Define and utilize metrology strategies to ensure robust process control

Fab Execution & CrossFunctional Collaboration

  • Shepherd wafers successfully through the fab, coordinating closely with test, development, integration, and fabrication engineers
  • Act as a senior technical interface with external or remote fabrication facilities, ensuring alignment on process execution and priorities
  • Collaborate with device design, product engineering, and reliability teams to support technology readiness and product ramp

Technical Leadership & Impact

  • Provide technical leadership within the PIC process development domain
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, methods, and best practices
  • Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge transfer across the broader team

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