Drive innovation in RF performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization
Organizational & Talent Development
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
Who we’re looking for
A highly accomplished RF engineering leader with deep domain expertise, strong system-level thinking, and a proven ability to influence technical direction at scale. You balance hands-on technical credibility with strategic leadership and thrive in complex, cross-functional environments.
Minimum Qualifications
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 organizations and influencing without direct authority
Track record of developing future technical leaders
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll 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’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $166,000.00 - $350,000.00.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
