Research Scientist Optical Imaging Systems
Research Scientist Optical Imaging Systems
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$ 154900 - 263300
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Job Description
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. No laptop smartphone wearable device voicecontrolled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. 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 problemsolvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp nextgeneration devices to volume production quickly and costeffectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design KLAs Global Products Group (GPG) which is responsible for creating all of KLAs metrology and inspection products is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist software engineers application development engineers and senior product technology process engineers. The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides marketleading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leadingedge IC manufacturing. Logic foundry and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yieldcritical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Responsibilities
The BBP Technology team is looking for a selfmotivated creative and resultsoriented Research Scientist. The successful candidate will support the development of nextgeneration BBP system and subsystem architecture and performance improvement roadmap. Specifically the Research Scientist will work with the team in the following areas:
Evaluate the performance of current BBP systems and understand the performance limiting factors
Perform simulation and data analysis to model and validate system performance
Conduct feasibility investigation of novel system/subsystem concepts and build detailed system/subsystem level error budget
Work closely with engineering functional teams on concept implementation and performance validation
Perform data collection on the tool/test bench and data analysis to demonstrate the value of the concept
Collaborate with other team members and functional groups to solve technical problems
Present the results and findings to the team and management
Qualifications
PhD or Masters in applied optics optical engineering physics or closely related fields
Good understanding of the principle and design of optical imaging systems
Experience in optical system modeling and performance analysis
Ability to collect data independently by using tool standard software as well as running diagnostic data collection script
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Matlab or Python
Diagnostic and trouble shooting skills in optics optomechanics and motion control systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multifunctional team environment
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelors Level Degree and related work experience of 8 yearsBase Pay Range: $154900.00 $263300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USACAMilpitasKLAKLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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.Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location jobrelated skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
