Staff Algorithm Engineer (Image Modeling & Processing) (E)

Base Pay Range : $149,000.00 - $253,300.00

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

Primary Location : USA-CA-Milpitas

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Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies.

KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays.

KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices.

Job Description / Preferred Qualifications

Staff Algorithm Engineers are core to KLA's technology. We are always building our Algorithm Engineering talent community and are interested in learning about your background.

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Responsibilities and Scope :

KLA is seeking a motivated individual with a growth mindset for a Staff Algo engineer position in a world-class algorithm group within the reticle product division (RAPID).

The successful candidate will be a technical lead on algorithm solutions for the most advanced imaging systems for mask inspection.

Hands-on in development of algorithmic solutions for image modeling and processing from requirements gathering, rigorous concept formulation, prototyping, to productization.

Develop into a subject matter expert in inspection algorithms for mask inspection.

Identify technical bottlenecks and lead path-finding efforts to contribute to product roadmap to meet projected industry needs.

Engage directly with systems, optics, sensors & HPC teams to co-optimize algorithms along with other sub-systems for best overall system design.

Collaborate and influence team members to achieve excellence in technical rigor and development agility with customer focus.

Preferred Qualifications & Attributes

• Master or Ph.D. in Applied Math, EE, Computer Science or related field.
• Substantial work experience in image processing in advanced imaging systems.
• Extensive knowledge of computational imaging and high-performance computing.
• In-depth understanding in modeling of imaging systems (optical or electron beam).
• Track record of delivering Algo-centric solutions with one or more of the following techniques : advanced image processing, physics-based modeling, non-linear optimization, detection theory, machine learning or deep learning.
• Experience in C++ production software development and object-oriented programming is needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years;

Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years.

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following : medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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