Paradromics is bringing to market the first high-bandwidth data interface between brains and computers. We envision a future where data is medicine and some of the hardest challenges in physical and mental health have been reframed as technical problems with clear solutions. By allowing direct readout and modulation of neural activity, brain computer interfaces (BCI) will act like a modem for the brain, allowing it to connect with restorative digital systems. Our first product will be an Assistive Communication Device for patients with severe combined speech and motor deficits as a result of paralysis.

We are seeking dynamic, curious, and driven individuals to join our Austin-based team. We offer a competitive compensation package with stock options, flexible PTO, and a friendly working environment.

Thin-Films Engineer

Fulltime   ·   Austin TX, USA

Job description

Paradromics is looking for a Thin-Films Engineer to contribute to the hardware development of key components of our neural implant system. This includes the design and manufacturing of biostable ceramic coatings for long term neural implantation. Experience with development, characterization and patterning of multiple thin film deposition techniques including PVD and CVD is required. Close coordination with other engineers in the team will be essential, therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for excelling at this role. If you like big challenges, working at the frontier of human technology, and have worked on and shipped high-performance hardware in the past, we would like to hear from you.

Required Skills & Experience

• In-depth understanding of chemical vapor deposition techniques such as atomic layer deposition and plasma-enhanced CVD
• In-depth understanding of and experience with physical vapor deposition techniques such as sputtering, evaporation, or pulsed laser deposition
• Experience with elemental characterization such as EDS, XRD, Auger spectroscopy, ERDA
• Experience with physical characterization techniques such as SEM, profilometry, FIB, ellipsometry
• Experience with functional characterization techniques such as accelerated aging
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Very strong analytical and debugging skills
• Ability to produce well-written technical reports and documentation
• Minimum of Masters degree in Materials science, physics, or a closely related discipline plus 4 years of work experience

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in laser based thin film machining techniques, such as excimer and femtosecond laser technology
• Experience in plasma based thin film removal techniques, such as RIE
• Experience in wet etch-based thin film removal techniques, such as bath etching or electropolishing
• Experience in polymer film deposition techniques such as CVD, parylene, spray coating, etc
• Experience in medical device industry or other highly regulated environment
• Preferred qualification of PhD in materials science, physics, or a closely related discipline

Paradromics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Qualified candidates should send cover letter and resume to HR@paradromics.com

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