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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID 199469
Date posted 05/22/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As an Embedded Systems Engineer on the Controls Engineering team at Lam, you’ll design embedded systems that operate as the bridge between software and the electro/mechanical systems on wafer fabrication equipment. You’ll be contributing to next-generation systems development and drive integration and innovation of new technologies.
What you’ll do
- Design and develop custom solutions for electrical and embedded systems on semiconductor capital equipment.
- PCB electrical design for low voltage analog, high-speed, or embedded systems. Work through the entire PCB development lifecycle from schematic capture to system integration.
- Firmware development on these embedded designs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and define project requirements.
- Manage your own projects and at times lead a team of engineers to meet project milestones.
- Integrate and validate designs within a larger system, which can include system level and on tool troubleshooting.
- Present design and validation results to stakeholders.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
Who we’re looking for
- 8+ years of experience with a B.S. or 6+ years M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar.
- Experience designing and utilizing embedded systems. Understands processor architectures and common interfaces (memory buses such as eMMC and DDR, IO interfaces), serial interfaces (SPI, I2C, 1Gb Ethernet or faster preferred, PCIe).
- Experience in low voltage electrical design and overall PCB development process. Component selection, schematic capture, routing requirements, design validation, documentation, and integration.
- Firmware development experience for embedded solutions, processor focused or FPGA focused (C, C++, Verilog, VHDL).
- Strong troubleshooting fundamentals from the system to component level.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols is a plus (i.e. EtherCAT, LonWorks, CANBus, DeviceNet, etc).
Preferred qualifications
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: $119,000.00 - $261,000.00.
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.
Requisition ID 199469
Date posted 05/22/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
Work Location Fremont-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As an Embedded Systems Engineer on the Controls Engineering team at Lam, you’ll design embedded systems that operate as the bridge between software and the electro/mechanical systems on wafer fabrication equipment. You’ll be contributing to next-generation systems development and drive integration and innovation of new technologies.
What you’ll do
- Design and develop custom solutions for electrical and embedded systems on semiconductor capital equipment.
- PCB electrical design for low voltage analog, high-speed, or embedded systems. Work through the entire PCB development lifecycle from schematic capture to system integration.
- Firmware development on these embedded designs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and define project requirements.
- Manage your own projects and at times lead a team of engineers to meet project milestones.
- Integrate and validate designs within a larger system, which can include system level and on tool troubleshooting.
- Present design and validation results to stakeholders.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
Who we’re looking for
- 8+ years of experience with a B.S. or 6+ years M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar.
- Experience designing and utilizing embedded systems. Understands processor architectures and common interfaces (memory buses such as eMMC and DDR, IO interfaces), serial interfaces (SPI, I2C, 1Gb Ethernet or faster preferred, PCIe).
- Experience in low voltage electrical design and overall PCB development process. Component selection, schematic capture, routing requirements, design validation, documentation, and integration.
- Firmware development experience for embedded solutions, processor focused or FPGA focused (C, C++, Verilog, VHDL).
- Strong troubleshooting fundamentals from the system to component level.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols is a plus (i.e. EtherCAT, LonWorks, CANBus, DeviceNet, etc).
Preferred qualifications
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: $119,000.00 - $261,000.00.
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.
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Which companies sponsor visas for embedded systems engineers in California?
California has a strong concentration of employers with established visa sponsorship programs for embedded systems engineers. Qualcomm in San Diego regularly sponsors H-1B visa petitions for firmware and hardware engineers. Apple, NVIDIA, and Broadcom in the Bay Area hire embedded engineers across silicon, drivers, and firmware teams. Northrop Grumman and Raytheon in Southern California also sponsor for defense-adjacent embedded roles, though security clearance requirements can complicate eligibility for some visa holders.
Which visa types are most common for embedded systems engineer roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa for embedded systems engineers in California, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Australians may pursue the E-3 visa as an alternative. Engineers already in the U.S. on F-1 OPT, including the 24-month STEM OPT extension, are frequently hired by California employers before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship.
Which cities in California have the most embedded systems engineer sponsorship jobs?
San Jose and the broader Bay Area lead in embedded systems engineer sponsorship jobs, anchored by semiconductor and consumer electronics companies. San Diego is a significant hub due to Qualcomm's large embedded and firmware engineering footprint, alongside telecom and wireless firms. Los Angeles and the South Bay attract embedded engineers through aerospace and defense contractors. Irvine and Santa Clara also have meaningful concentrations tied to networking hardware and chip design companies.
How to find embedded systems engineer visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international engineers seeking visa sponsorship roles in the U.S., including embedded systems engineer positions in California. You can filter by state and role to surface employers who have an active history of sponsoring work visas for embedded engineers. This is more targeted than general job searches because Migrate Mate focuses on sponsorship-willing employers, which is the critical filter for international candidates in a specialized field like embedded systems.
Are there any California-specific considerations for embedded systems engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
California's concentration of defense and aerospace employers introduces a notable consideration: many embedded systems roles at contractors like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon require access to classified information, which generally excludes non-U.S. citizens and non-permanent residents. Engineers should confirm whether a target role has security clearance requirements before applying. University pipelines from UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, and Stanford supply a large share of embedded talent, making California employers experienced with F-1 OPT and STEM extension hiring.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored embedded systems engineer jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.