The posting, in Astera Labs's own words
archived Sep 10, 2026Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com . Job Title: Process Engineer Cleaning & Coating Location : Aachen, Germany Job Type: Full-time, dayshift
About the Role:
We are seeking for a motivated Process Engineer to join our high-tech assembly process and test team. In this role, you will develop, optimize, and manage surface treatment process steps in the back-end semiconductor manufacturing process for a high-end optical component. You will fine-tune methods like chemical/ultrasonic cleaning and thin film deposition. You will work in a fast-paced high tech environment, supporting high-volume production while ensuring maximum yield and quality. You will be reporting to the manager engineering.
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Key Responsibilities:
Process Monitoring & Maintenance: Monitor daily coating and cleaning process parameters using Statistical Process Control (SPC) to ensure stability and quality. Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve process shifts or equipment issues on the production floor, working closely with maintenance and equipment engineering teams. Yield Optimization: Perform root cause analysis on defects and drive continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve assembly line efficiency. New Product Introduction (NPI): Assist in defining process parameters and qualifying new coatings and cleaning processes or advanced surface treat technologies for new product launches. Documentation: Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical reports for all cleaning and coating operations. Team Collaboration: Train and coach operations staff on dicing fundamentals and safe equipment handling.