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Vertical Semiconductor is a venture-backed MIT spin-out developing vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power electronics for next-generation compute and AI applications. The company is seeking a Device Engineer to support the full lifecycle of vertical GaN power device development, from architecture and process integration through modeling, characterization, and reliability.
The role offers flexibility based on your background and team needs. You may focus on device modeling and simulation, on-wafer characterization, process integration, failure analysis, or reliability work. Key responsibilities include supporting device architecture and technology development for vertical GaN power devices; running device modeling and simulation to inform design and process decisions; performing on-wafer and discrete device characterization including DC, CV, and dynamic testing; supporting failure analysis and reliability investigations; developing and reviewing GDS layouts and test structures; collaborating with epitaxy, process, packaging, and reliability teams; building and running application evaluation boards to connect device behavior to system-level performance; and maintaining clear records of experiments, test data, and process learnings.
You should have a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field, with hands-on experience in wide-bandgap (WBG) power semiconductors including GaN, SiC, or related technologies. Required experience includes at least one of: device characterization, process integration, or device modeling and simulation. You should be comfortable with data analysis tools such as Python or MATLAB and have strong communication skills with the ability to work across disciplines.
The ideal candidate thrives in a startup environment, enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, is comfortable with a hands-on approach in a collaborative setting, and can make an immediate impact. The company values integrity, initiative, problem-solving, creativity, and a passion for transformative technology. The team is based on-site at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA. Compensation is competitive with salary and comprehensive benefits including stock options, commensurate with experience and impact.
