Senior Engineer, Process Engineering | Global R&D Process Engineering Program

As a Senior Engineer, Process Engineering within ASM’s Global R&D Process Engineering Program, you will develop next‑generation semiconductor technologies. For the first 18 to 24 months, you will onboard into a comprehensive development program, combining structured learning with hands‑on work using ASM’s world‑leading semiconductor processing equipment. This phase is designed to accelerate technical depth, process mastery, and integration into ASM’s global R&D community.

Following the initial 18 to 24 months in the Global R&D Process Engineering Program, you will relocate to one of ASM’s state‑of‑the‑art R&D centers in Japan, Korea, or the United States (Arizona) for a permanent role. You will apply the technical depth and process expertise you have developed to advance new technologies at the core of one of ASM’s key business units, working closely with leading scientists, engineers, and product teams to translate innovation into industrial impact.

Take a closer look at the role:

• Work with semiconductor processing equipment to research, develop and optimize unit processes focused on the deposition of metal and dielectric films via ALD, PEALD, Epitaxy, and/or PECVD.
• Develop innovative ideas, staying abreast of state-of-the-art processing applications in the semiconductor industry to be effective.
• Process consulting, including writing technical papers on advanced process applications and Intellectual Property creation.
• Participate in and drive technical problem-solving sessions using the related scientific method and industry tools, such as Ishikawa diagrams.
• Design and conduct experiments, in addition to measuring and interpreting experimental output, aimed at fulfilling stated objectives using Design of Experiments (DOE) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM).
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and is personally and actively engaged in problem via “hands-on” modalities.
• Work directly customers and central marketing to understand and define requirements to successfully execute and document customer demonstrations.
• Develop methods and techniques for integrating metal and/or oxide films into existing and future device technologies.
• Ensure successful product transfer to customer base by performing demonstrations, traveling to support customer sites (up to 10% travel required), and drafting documentation regarding process development, tool operation and maintenance.
• Produce technical papers on process, equipment, and device integration improvement strategies and presents to professional audience.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics
• 0-7+ years of combined education, research, and work experience with:
• Cure, oxidation, ALD, CVD, Epitaxy, PECVD and/or other thin film deposition.
• Materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, RBS, AFM, XRR, XRD, TEM, SEM and ellipsometry.
• Knowledge of electrical characterization techniques for CMOS devices.
• Application of dielectric and/or metal films for logic and memory structures.
• Training in CFD (computational fluid dynamics), either theoretical or practical is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical characterization techniques for CMOS devices is preferred

Skills

• Able to independently manage complex process development projects
• Creative problem solving with experience in developing new films for emerging applications and experience in chemistry/materials characterization.
• Understand interplay between hardware design (e.g., chemical reactor design) and operation and process outputs
• Understand of requirements for integration of metals as work function materials and barrier layers in FEOL and BEOL process flows
• Demonstrated ability to develop and completely characterize deposition processes using first principles and experimental design techniques (e.g., DOE, RSM).
• Experience with the theory, practice, and interpretation of materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, RBS, AFM, XRD, HRTEM, FESEM, Auger, Raman and ellipsometry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to clearly communicate advanced technical constructs

Work location & transfer requirements:

For your first 18-24 months, you’ll complete your training at one of our flagship process development hubs in Leuven (Belgium), in or Helsinki (Finland), Upon completion, you will transfer to one of our Key Product Unit (KPU) Process teams for a permanent role in ASM in either:

• Greater Tokyo, Japan,
• Phoenix, Arizona, US 
• Dongtan Semiconductor Valley, South Korea 

Why join ASM?

• Be part of ASM’s long‑term investment in R&D talent, with a program explicitly designed to accelerate your career through a program designed to develop future technical leaders within the organization.
• Be part of a globally respected, financially strong technology leader in ALD, with a strong, long‑term vision, a values‑driven culture, and a deep legacy of materials discovery and innovation backed by a defensible IP portfolio
• Process Engineering at ASM is rooted in scientific rigor and technical excellence, with original thinking, teamwork, and creation of high‑impact intellectual property driving technology roadmaps and real‑world innovation

Senior Process Engineer 3D Integration/Advanced Packaging 

ASM is a leading global supplier of products, services, and materials for semiconductor processing. For more than half a century, innovation has been at the core of everything we do. Our smart, ambitious people are dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions for the world’s leading semiconductor providers. Every day we push the development of next-generation computer-chip technology, always staying a few steps ahead of what’s next.

he talented, enthusiastic people at ASM are just like you: dedicated to improving people’s lives and unlocking new potential. With our collaborative approach to R&D, we advance key semiconductor technologies and platforms like ALD, epitaxy, PEALD, PECVD, and vertical furnaces. And we have recently entered the promising high-growth market: silicon carbide epitaxy. Year after year, our innovations help to make chips smaller, faster, and more powerful. In fact, you will find our technology in every aspect of modern life: in AI, medical equipment, 5G, smartphones, autonomous driving, and more. 

We are looking for a talented individual to join our Corporate Research & Development Team in Helsinki, FINLAND. In the role of Senior Process Engineer we want you to learn, grow, and bring in your unique set of skills to develop groundbreaking innovations in the field of atomic layer deposition (ALD). You will work alongside your colleagues, putting your expertise in chemistry, material science and process engineering into action in order to innovate: From idea creation to integrated process flows, enabling us to make a difference and create value for our internal and external customers. Besides technical excellence, we are looking for people who share our values, help each other, and communicate clearly across teams and organizations. Your effort today will define the world of tomorrow.

Take a closer look at the responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the development and implementation of strategies for seamless device integration, ensuring unmatched performance and efficiency.
• Innovation Catalyst: Innovate and develop new thin film processes and applications in the areas of logic devices, interconnect, 3D integration and advanced packaging.
• Experimental Proficiency: Design and conduct experiments, measurements and drive conclusions out of complex experimental data sets.
• Process Optimization: Work hands-on with state-of-the-art semiconductor process equipment and optimize processes alongside the hardware for maximum efficiency.
• Collaborative Synergy: Communicate effectively with other ASM and customers R&D teams to understand and define requirements in order to successfully execute projects and demonstrations.
• Global Influence: Ensure successful product transfers to customers by performing demonstrations, knowledge transfer, and traveling when needed to support other ASM sites.

We could be a great match for each other if you have:

• A PhD degree in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science, preferably with a thesis related to the semiconductor (or adjacent industries)

• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor processing and/or device integration.
• Knowledge of 3D integration (W2W, D2W bonding) and/or advanced packaging applications (memory-on-memory, logic-on-memory, imager stacking, Low Temperature devices, ...) is preferred.
• Prior experience with thin film deposition techniques (e.g., ALD, CVD) and their characterization methods (e.g., CSAM, WCA, XPS, AFM, XRD, XRF, electrical characterization and ellipsometry)
• A pragmatic and hands-on approach combined with the ability to work independently. 
• Demonstrated understanding of semiconductor physics, processing equipment technology, device integration and/or advanced chemistries
• A curious mindset, able to synthesize the complex and drive pragmatic solutions forward.
• The Ability to plan, execute and communicate projects from beginning to end and across stakeholders.
• An empathic personality who adapts well with different cultures and working styles 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to clearly communicate advanced technical constructs.

Disclaimer: The internal job title for this role will be in line with our matrix structure and will depend on seniority.

We are looking for a talented individual to join our Corporate Research & Development Team in Helsinki, Finland. In the role of a Senior Engineer, Process Engineering we want you to learn, grow, and bring in your unique set of skills to help us in developing groundbreaking innovations in the field of atomic layer deposition (ALD). You will work alongside your colleagues, putting your expertise in chemistry, material science and process engineering into action in order to innovate: From idea creation to integrated process flows, enabling us to make a difference to and create value for our internal and external customers. Besides technical excellence, we are looking for people who share our values, help each other, and communicate clearly across teams and organizations. Your effort today will define the world of tomorrow.

Take a closer look at the responsibilities

• Innovate and develop new thin film processes and applications in the areas of logic, memory, analog and power
• Design and conduct experiments, measurements and drive conclusions out of complex experimental data sets
• Work hands-on with state-of-the-art semiconductor process equipment and optimize processes alongside the hardware for maximum efficiency
• Communicate effectively with other ASM and customers R&D teams to understand and define requirements in order to successfully execute projects and demonstrations
• Ensure successful product transfers to customers by performing demonstrations, knowledge transfer, and traveling when needed to support other ASM sites

We could be a great match for each other if you have:

• A PhD degree in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science, preferably with a thesis related to the semiconductor (or adjacent industries)
• Prior experience with thin film deposition techniques (e.g., ALD, CVD) and their characterization methods (e.g., XPS, AFM, XRD, XRF, electrical characterization and ellipsometry)
• Demonstrated understanding of semiconductor physics, processing equipment technology, and/or advanced chemistries
• A curious mindset, able to synthesize the complex and drive pragmatic solutions forward
• Ability to plan, execute and communicate projects from beginning to end and across stakeholders
• The passion and drive to take charge of your career, grabbing professional and personal development opportunities with both hands.

Why choose a career at ASM?

We offer you an interesting opportunity to be part of innovative and truly international team in Helsinki. Our office is located on the Kumpula campus of University of Helsinki, easily accessible by public transportation. We have flexible working hours and a hybrid working model. Our comprehensive range of benefits include for example meal vouchers, occupational healthcare and medical and life insurances. We also offer extensive relocation support for candidates located outside of Finland. 

Join ASM as a Senior Engineer I, Equipment Engineering and become a key contributor at the forefront of semiconductor innovation! In this hands‑on, technology‑rich role, you’ll work directly with our advanced thermal and plasma ALD systems, ensuring the tools that enable next‑generation chip manufacturing perform at their best every day. You’ll be part of an expert R&D and engineering environment - digging into complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems; troubleshooting precision tools; and supporting engineers on high‑impact hardware and process challenges. Whether you’re investigating alarms, performing preventive maintenance, helping install new equipment, or driving root‑cause analysis, your work directly supports ASM’s reputation for world‑class reliability and performance.

If you love solving problems, working with sophisticated high‑tech equipment, and contributing to innovations that power phones, cars, data centers, and more, this role puts you at the heart of it. You’ll grow your skills, collaborate with highly skilled engineers, and make a measurable impact on technology used around the world - all while learning from the best in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of thermal and plasma ALD equipment
• Collaborate with Process Engineers to resolve hardware and process related issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective solutions for equipment failures
• Support the installation and qualification of new equipment and facility upgrades
• Assist in spare parts and chemical inventory management
• Document completed work with clear and concise technical reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety and clean room protocols

Skills

We are looking for someone who has the following knowledge and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of engineering or science with +1 years of relevant experience
• Understanding of vacuum technology and mechanical systems (e.g., gas lines, heaters, pumps)
• Experience working with chemicals is a plus
• Familiarity with thin film deposition techniques such as ALD and PECVD is a plus
• Awareness of safety measures of working in semiconductor environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and process flow diagrams
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English is required

Join ASM as a Technician II, Equipment Engineering and become a key contributor at the forefront of semiconductor innovation! In this hands‑on, technology‑rich role, you’ll work directly with our advanced thermal and plasma ALD systems, ensuring the tools that enable next‑generation chip manufacturing perform at their best every day. You’ll be part of an expert R&D and engineering environment - digging into complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems; troubleshooting precision tools; and supporting engineers on high‑impact hardware and process challenges. Whether you’re investigating alarms, performing preventive maintenance, helping install new equipment, or driving root‑cause analysis, your work directly supports ASM’s reputation for world‑class reliability and performance.

If you love solving problems, working with sophisticated high‑tech equipment, and contributing to innovations that power phones, cars, data centers, and more, this role puts you at the heart of it. You’ll grow your skills, collaborate with highly skilled engineers, and make a measurable impact on technology used around the world - all while learning from the best in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on thermal and plasma ALD equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum‑related issues on R&D tools.
• Assist equipment and process engineers in resolving hardware and process-related problems.
• Conduct basic root cause analysis and implement corrective actions under engineer guidance.
• Support installation, modification, and qualification of new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Monitor tool status, alarms, and performance; escalate issues appropriately.
• Assist in spare parts, consumables, and chemical inventory management.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, tool status, and repair actions.
• Follow all required cleanroom, safety, and chemical handling protocols.

Skills & Qualifications

Ideally, we’re looking for someone with:

•  Associates' degree in electronics, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, automation, chemical engineering or a related field.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience working with complex equipment, high‑precision tools, or automation systems.
• Basic understanding of vacuum systems, pumps, gas lines, heaters, valves, and related mechanical assemblies.
• Experience working with chemicals or in a semiconductor cleanroom is considered an advantage.
• Familiarity with thin‑film deposition techniques (ALD, PECVD) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English (written and verbal).

We’re a global team of over 400 people, working together to push the boundaries of open-source technology and multi-cloud solutions. Our vision is to help developers, builders, and creators bring their ideas to life with speed and simplicity, by providing a cloud data platform that makes open-source databases, search, streaming, and application infrastructure easily accessible to everyone.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer dedicated to the core development of our Aiven for OpenSearch service. This role is a highly technical and strategic contributor position focused on the internal architecture, reliability, and evolution of our search offering.

In this role, you will work on how we manage and tune OpenSearch at scale, while spearheading our transition into AI-optimized infrastructure. You will be a key driver of service availability and the technical lead for deploying next-generation hardware within our search clusters.

What You'll Do

• Autonomic Systems: Design and implement new and improve existing automated management, self-healing recovery mechanisms, and performance-tuning logic for OpenSearch clusters.
• Next-Gen Infrastructure: Research, design, and deploy the first GPU-powered instances within the Aiven ecosystem to support intensive search and AI workloads.
• AI Node Development: Develop and integrate specialized AI node types to enhance OpenSearch's capability in handling modern machine learning tasks.
• Engineering Ownership: Own the health, reliability, and availability metrics of our OpenSearch platform.

What We’re Looking For

• Search Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of OpenSearch or Elasticsearch internals, particularly in resource management, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
• Reliability & Operations: A passion for building highly available, resilient distributed systems and a proven track record of solving complex operational challenges.
• Hardware: Interest or experience in hardware acceleration, specifically deploying and managing GPU-based instances for data services.
• Automation Mindset: Proven experience in designing automated recovery systems and performance-tuning algorithms.
• Modern Search Patterns: A strong interest in the evolving landscape, including Vector Database implementations, hybrid search and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with ML frameworks and integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with Search engines.
• Prior experience within a managed service (SaaS) provider or a high-growth startup environment.

Amazing! What’s next:

If you think Aiven is the place for you and that our Values align with yours, send us your resume and we’ll get in touch!

Global Benefits:

Our global benefits are designed to help you thrive and grow, personally and professionally:

• Participate in Aiven’s equity plan.
• Balance work and life with our hybrid work policy.
• Choose the equipment you need to set yourself up for success.
• Use your Professional Development Plan budget for learning opportunities.
• Receive holistic wellbeing support through our global Employee Assistance Program.
• Inquire about our Global Time Off Commitment (Parental and Sick Leave, as well as Personal Time)
• Enjoy country-specific benefits for our global cast.

How to Recognize and Avoid Employment Scams:

There has been a rise in fake job postings used by scammers to get personal information. At Aiven, all of our emails relating to recruitment come from an @aiven.io, @greenhouse.io or @eu.greenhouse.io domain and all of our interviews are conducted by video call or in person.  Our interviews will never occur via text or chat. If you’re unsure of the legitimacy of a job opportunity/offer pertaining to Aiven, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at recruitment@aiven.io.

Equal Opportunities:

Aiven provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, marital and family status or without regard to any other similar personal attributes. Aiven complies with applicable local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training and any other terms and conditions related to employment.

At Aiven we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs in our working environment and job application procedures. We make all reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or who otherwise need support to thrive in the workplace. We are committed to continuously improving workplace accessibility. There is an option to request a discussion in the application process but if you have any questions before applying please write to us at recruitment@aiven.io.

#LI-Hybrid

Our engineering organization consists of many talented Android and iOS app developers distributed across the EU and US. For day-to-day work, our engineers are organized into smaller cross-functional feature squads or system-level teams. These teams have a great deal of autonomy and are responsible for the development and architecture of their features and systems. They take full ownership of their code and handle everything from concepting, design, and implementation to release, maintenance, and bug fixes.

We are looking for experienced Senior iOS Engineers to join our app development organization. We have several roles available across various teams, from developing new member-facing features to building the foundational systems that ensure seamless connectivity and data synchronization between the Oura Ring and the app. Whether you are passionate about crafting beautiful user interfaces or architecting robust, scalable low-level systems, we have a place for you.

This role is on-site or remote within Finland, with a preference for candidates who can regularly visit our offices in Helsinki or Oulu.

What You will do

• Design, build, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code for the Oura iOS app.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Designers, and other teams—such as backend, firmware, data science, and QA—to deliver complex, high-impact features and system improvements.
• Contribute to the entire development lifecycle, from architectural design and implementation to testing, release, and maintenance.
• Work with iOS colleagues across the US and EU to improve the overall health of the iOS codebase, develop best practices, and enhance our development processes.
• Participate actively in technical discussions, code reviews, and platform-level improvements to ensure we provide performant and reliable experiences for our members.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Who You are

We believe you’ll succeed in this role if you have a genuine passion for building high-quality products and a strong sense of ownership. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to create meaningful value for end-users.

We would love to have You on our team if you have

• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience shipping high-quality iOS applications.
• Strong proficiency in Swift with UIKit and modern iOS development, with a deep understanding of modern iOS app architectures.
• Experience with collaborative development on complex and shared codebases, including proficiency with Git and standard code review workflows.
• A strong focus on quality, with experience in unit testing, UI testing, and manual testing.
• The ability to take ownership of projects, design technical solutions, and drive implementation with limited guidance.
• Strong computer science fundamentals and a solid understanding of design patterns.
• Fluency in English both written and spoken.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

We also appreciate if you have experience with any of the following:

• SwiftUI, Swift Structured Concurrency, or Combine.
• Performance optimization and systems architecture.
• Working with firmware teams on projects involving hardware.
• Developing software for health, wellness, or fitness products.
• Mentoring or technical leadership.
• Domain specific supportive skills like: TypeScript, or C++, Low-level systems, such as CoreBluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).

Benefits

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Lunch and wellness benefits
• Flexible working hours
• An Oura Ring of your own
• Wellness Time Off

If you are passionate about improving people's health and want to contribute to a product that millions of people use and love, we would love to hear from you!