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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ALD Engineer - **Company:** Ferroelectric Memory GmbH - **Location:** Grenoble, France - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Databases, Experimental Data, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge Management, JMP (Statistical Software) - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f2b70c30649c39c5 ## About the Role * Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or a related field * Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience (or 4+ years with a PhD) * Solid background in semiconductor process development and manufacturing * Proven experience as a tool owner or unit process owner in a production environment * Hands-on experience with metal ALD and HfO /ZrO deposition processes * Experience in the fabrication of high aspect ratio (HAR) capacitor structures * Practical experience with electrical characterization, data analysis, and statistical evaluation using JMP, Python, or comparable tools * Strong English communication skills, written and spoken, * Highly organized with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities and track project progress * Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills * Structured, self-motivated, and capable of working independently * Hands-on engineer with a passion for developing innovative semiconductor technologies * Strong communicator who enjoys working in international and cross-functional teams * Willingness to travel internationally as required, You thrive in an environment where innovation meets manufacturing. You enjoy taking ownership, solving complex technical challenges, and working closely with fab partners, suppliers, and development teams to bring new technologies from concept to production. Experience with ferroelectric hafnium oxide technologies, as well as electrical or structural characterization of ferroelectric materials and devices, would be highly advantageous. Additional language skills in French and/or Mandarin are a plus and will support collaboration within FMC's growing international ecosystem. ## Description As a Senior ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition) Engineer (m/f/d) based in Grenoble, France, you will lead the development and optimization of advanced dielectric and metal deposition processes for FMC's next-generation ferroelectric memory technology., * Develop, optimize, and maintain dielectric (HZO and related materials) and metal ALD processes for advanced memory applications * Drive continuous improvements of process flows, film stacks, and integration schemes * Define and execute experimental plans aligned with project priorities and development roadmaps * Organize and evaluate electrical, structural, and materials characterization activities * Analyze experimental data and integrate results into FMC's database and knowledge management systems, * Take full ownership of FMC's processes on a 300 mm ALD cluster * Ensure stable process performance, contamination control, and operational excellence * Coordinate tool interventions, hardware upgrades, qualifications, and maintenance activities * Manage consumables and support continuous process improvement initiatives * Work closely with fab engineers and operational teams to maintain a high-performing manufacturing environment Collaboration & Technology Transfer * Collaborate closely with FMC's Process Integration, Stack Development, and Technology Development teams * Participate in technical discussions with research institutes, equipment suppliers, and material vendors * Support process transfer, tool qualification, and ramp-up activities at external manufacturing sites * Provide regular project updates and contribute to development planning and prioritization Innovation & Intellectual Property * Contribute to the development of FMC's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trade secrets, and proprietary know-how * Support the industrialization of breakthrough ferroelectric memory technologies ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [DevOps for Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/179-devops-for-machine-learning) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)