Process Technician

As a Process Technician at Rigetti computing, you will build novel quantum chips developed in our Fab-1 facility. You will work on the Production Operations team fabricating devices with validated processes, and also provide metrology, and data gathering support for engineers in the Fab.

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Key Responsibilities
  • Execute processes in wet etch, cleans, and other modules, following documented standard operating procedures and recipes
  • Perform metrology, both in-line with processes and end-of-line probing, escalate to engineering when there is a non-standard event
  • Maintain equipment and process calibration according to tool SOPs
  • Assist with routine facility upkeep such as restocking gown room items and other supplies
  • Participate in environmental, health, and safety programs


Requirements
  • 2+ years of relevant, hands-on semiconductor fabrication experience
  • Comfort working in a cleanroom environment, including following hazmat protocols
  • Experience using and operating a wide range of semiconductor/MEMS processing tools such as wet etch, lithography, microscopes, film measurement, and other metrology tools
  • Can prioritize work based on MES, fab goals, and pass downs independently
  • Excellent communication skills, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, as well as the ability to work overtime if needed
  • The current shift hours are 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm.
  • Overtime available (weekends) – based on company needs/requirements


Preferred Qualifications
  • Military background, Associate’s Degree, vocational certificate, with 3+ years experience in semiconductor fabrication experience 
  • Experience in both production and research environments
  • Experience working with small teams or small companies/start-up work environments
  • Additional industry experience
  • Manual wafer handling experience


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$40.87 – $43.27 an hour
Rigetti complies with all local and state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, and geographic location. Rigetti offers a full slate of benefits from competitive salaries, equity, medical, dental and vision for employees as well as rejuvenation days, a flexible vacation policy, commuter benefits, a 401(k) plan and paid parental leave program. 
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As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.


About Rigetti

Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company’s proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry’s first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 by Chad Rigetti and today employs more than 130 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.


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Export Licensing Compliance

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license. In order to ensure compliance, Rigetti must determine U.S. citizenship or U.S. visa/immigration status of all prospective applicants for this position.


Any citizenship information provided will be reviewed solely for export control compliance purposes.  Only applicants eligible to receive export-controlled items, software, technology, and information will be considered for this position.  Citizenship information will be handled in accordance with Rigetti’s policies prohibiting discrimination based upon classifications protected by federal, state, or local law.


Rigetti is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.