The role is for a computer vision engineer or researcher at KLA, focusing on developing advanced machine learning and deep learning algorithms for semiconductor inspection equipment. The successful candidate will join a high-performing team of PhDs and engineers in the LS-SWIFT algorithms group located in California. This position emphasizes innovation and collaboration in solving complex problems within the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Candidates will have the opportunity to take computer vision problems from invention to product.

• Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, or image processing.
• Familiarity with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Hands-on experience with training ML/AI models that have been deployed in a product.
• Ability to write model architectures from scratch and modify loss functions.
• Doctorate degree with no experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience.

• Design, develop, modify, and diagnose complex machine learning and deep learning algorithms.
• Invent, prototype, and deploy new image processing algorithms and ideas.
• Utilize object-oriented and functional programming skills.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

• Employees at KLA are often offered competitive pay with bonuses, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, and financial perks like student-debt assistance, planning support, and group insurance discounts. Health and lifestyle benefits typically include medical/dental/vision, life and other voluntary coverages, paid time off and holidays, family leave, backup care, wellness rewards, gym discounts, and community-volunteering opportunities. Employees also get strong growth support through tuition reimbursement, KLA’s corporate learning center, education awards, and engineering certification programs.