Hardware Consultant (Semiconductors)
Required skills
- semiconductor technologies
- litigation
- regulatory
- commercial strategy
- chip architecture
- circuit design
- semiconductor process nodes
- hardware systems
- expert testimony
- technical arguments
Nice to have
- consulting
- strategy roles
Role summary
Seeking a Hardware Consultant with expertise in advanced semiconductor technologies for litigation, regulatory, and commercial strategy matters. Responsibilities include leading technical analysis, translating complex concepts into clear narratives for legal and strategic use, contributing to case strategy, and supporting business development. Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering + MBA or PhD in Electrical Engineering/Materials Science, with 5+ years of post-graduate experience in consulting, engineering, or strategy. Strong analytical skills, understanding of hardware systems and business drivers, excellent communication, and leadership experience managing complex workstreams are essential.
Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries, redefine competition and change our society, complex and highly competitive ecosystems emerge. Keystone advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and governments on business, economic, litigation, and regulatory strategy in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington, D.C., London, Dubai, and Bengaluru.
About the Hardware Consultant role
You’ll lead technical analysis across litigation, regulatory, and commercial strategy matters involving advanced semiconductor technologies. From chip architecture and circuit design, to process nodes and hardware systems. You’ll translate complex concepts into clear, persuasive narratives that shape expert testimony.
Key Responsibilities
What You’ll Bring
The salary range below represents total annual compensation across all U.S. locations. Actual compensation will depend upon the level the individual is hired into based on their experience, knowledge, skills and qualifications. In addition to annual salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, 401k contribution, and a culture grounded in integrity, curiosity, and teamwork.
Annual Salary Range$176,000—$209,000 USDAt Keystone, we value the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives our colleagues bring to our firm. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, has a sense of belonging, and has opportunities to grow.
This commitment extends to how we hire. Keystone is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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