KLA is seeking a motivated individual for a senior algorithm engineer position within the RAPID division, which focuses on reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The role involves hands-on development of algorithmic solutions for image modeling and processing, requiring collaboration with various teams to optimize algorithms for overall system design. The ideal candidate will engage with field teams and customers to support algorithm deployments and ensure seamless integration of solutions. This position offers opportunities for international travel and working on advanced imaging systems.

• Master or Ph.D. in Applied Math, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Substantial work experience in image processing, machine learning, or deep learning in advanced imaging systems.
• Good knowledge of modeling imaging systems, either optical or electron beam.
• Good knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC) and GPU-accelerated computing.
• Experience in C++ production software development and object-oriented programming.

• Develop algorithmic solutions for image modeling and processing from requirements gathering to productization.
• Identify technical bottlenecks and balance sophistication with computational complexity through data analysis.
• Engage directly with systems, optics, sensors, and software teams to optimize algorithms.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve technical rigor and development agility with a customer focus.
• Support algorithm deployments and ensure seamless integration of solutions at customer sites.

• 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.