Data Scientist 2 at Lam Research
Fremont, CA
$86,000–$183,000from the description
Jun 30, 2026
Fremont, CA
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A data science role embedded within a semiconductor equipment product group, focused on applying machine learning, statistical modeling, and algorithmic analysis to process engineering challenges. The work blends hands-on lab experimentation with predictive modeling to uncover physical mechanisms in etch processes, and requires translating findings for cross-functional audiences. Suits early-career candidates with a quantitative graduate degree and an interest in applied research.
Junior level · San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA · Master's required · Full-time
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How this req sits in the market our data
Most people in this occupation already list these. Still required — just not what gets you shortlisted.
What the occupation pays Median $173,851 (middle half $133,298–$217,653). This posting is about at that midpoint.
Estimated from BLS employment for this occupation and area, per-skill prevalence across our listing corpus, and published wage benchmarks — as of Jul 28, 2026. It is a model, not a headcount.
Why we read it this way (6)
The degree requirement is nuanced: the JD primarily requires a Master's degree in a quantitative field with 0–2 years of experience, but explicitly states a Bachelor's with 3+ years 'may be considered' — the degree requirement is set to Masters as the stated primary gate, with the Bachelor's path treated as an exception.
The role is hybrid (On-site Flex or Virtual Flex) based in Fremont, CA; it is not fully remote.
The salary range ($86,000–$183,000/year) is explicitly stated as applicable to the San Francisco Bay Area only.
The JD names no specific data science tools, languages, or platforms (e.g. Python, R, TensorFlow) as hard requirements — all concrete technologies appear only in the Preferred Qualifications section or are absent entirely. Only preferred skills with named tools/methods are captured.
The role blends data science with hands-on semiconductor process engineering lab work; the alt SOC (15-2031) reflects the analytical/process-engineering dimension, but the primary framing and title are clearly Data Scientist.
Experience requirement is stated as 0–2 years (with a Master's), placing this at the Junior band despite the broad salary range.
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