Job title: Frontend Software Engineer – Fab
Company: Atomic Semi
Job description: About Atomic SemiAtomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab.It’s already possible to build this with today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’ll build the tools ourselves so we can quickly iterate and improve.We’re building a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We’ll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology.Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better.We believe our team and lab can build anything. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment – and whatever is missing, we’ll just invent along the way.Atomic was founded by and . Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.About the TeamAt Atomic Semi, we’re building a fast, small semiconductor fab from the ground up. The software team is responsible for everything that makes the fab run-writing the code that controls, manages, automates, and orchestrates the hardware that powers chipmaking.About the RoleYou’ll own frontend product development-from idea to shipped UI. You’ll turn ambiguous workflows into clear, fast, reliable interfaces and obsess over product taste, usability, and performance. You’ll partner closely with process and automation engineers, designers, and backend/embedded teams to create new operator tools and real-time dashboards.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain the core web app UI for the fabDesign operator workflows, dashboards, and controlsDevelop reusable components and design systemsIntegrate with APIs and real-time data streamsOptimize performance, reliability, and UXRequired ExperienceDeep expertise in modern frontend stacks (e.g., React/Typescript) and toolingProven ability to ship production-quality UIs, evolving prototypes into robust productsStrong product sense with rapid prototyping and iteration balanced by craftsmanshipExperience with state management, real-time data (WebSockets/Subscriptions), and testingNice-to-havePrevious experience as founder or early engineer at a startup or in a zero-to-one rolePublished projects, open source contributions, or side projects that demonstrate technical creativityExperience with complex data-heavy or hardware-adjacent UIs (e.g., live telemetry, control panels, visualization/WebGL)Working at Atomic SemiWe’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA.Compensation: Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $125,000 – $195,000. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in Atomic Semi.Benefits: Atomic Semi offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick TimeVisa SponsorshipLife and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave401(k) retirement planWeekly Learning & Development opportunitiesCommuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the officeLunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and SpindriftsWe are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.
Expected salary: $125000 – 195000 per year
Location: San Francisco, CA
Job date: Sat, 04 Oct 2025 04:00:37 GMT
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