RF Engineer 6

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam’s etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions help solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

About the role

You will define and drive the technical vision for RF engineering across multiple product lines, leading the development of advanced RF subsystems and system architectures that enable next-generation semiconductor equipment performance. As a recognized technical authority, you will establish RF design direction, influence technology strategy, and ensure engineering rigor across the full product lifecycle—from concept through high-volume manufacturing and field performance. Through deep technical leadership, cross-functional influence, and a commitment to engineering excellence, you will shape RF innovation, strengthen organizational capability, and deliver differentiated solutions that drive customer and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Define RF system architecture, design strategy, and long-term technology roadmap aligned to product and business objectives
• Direct and oversee RF development activities spanning RF subassembly design, RF system design, and integration into complex plasma delivery and control systems
• Establish technical direction for high-power high-voltage RF power delivery and advanced RF subsystems
• Drive innovation in RF performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization
• Build and mentor a high-performing organization of RF engineers and technical leaders
• Develop technical leadership pipelines and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning
• Guide organizational capability in RF system design, modeling, validation, and production support
• Drive alignment and collaboration across global and matrixed engineering teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in Power Electronics or a closely related field with 15+ years of related RF engineering experience; or 12+ years with a Master’s degree; or 8+ years with a PhD
• Demonstrated leadership in RF system design, RF subassemblies, and high-performance RF solutions
• Proven track record of driving complex RF development efforts from concept through production
• Experience leading large-scale or multi-team engineering initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in high energy systems for plasma applications
• Strong background in RF modeling, simulation, validation, and performance optimization
• Experience with design reviews, FMEA, RCCA, and structured engineering processes
• Demonstrated success operating in a global, matrixed organization and influencing without direct authority
• Track record of developing future technical leaders

Pay

Salary range for this position in the California, San Francisco Bay Area: $166,000.00 - $350,000.00. Actual salary may vary based on factors including location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees in the role.

Schedule

• On-site Flex: Work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week.
• Virtual Flex: Work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Benefits

At Lam, we invest in comprehensive benefits to support employees throughout the phases of their life.