Artificial Intelligence Engineer

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) matching

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a computer vision engineer to advance ML/DL algorithms for high‑throughput semiconductor inspection. You will work with PhDs and engineers to translate research into production code and contribute to the LS‑SWIFT algorithms group.

The role emphasizes hands‑on programming, prototyping, and collaboration across hardware and software teams, with opportunities for career growth in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, image processing.
• Experience with training ML/AI models deployed in product environments.
• Ability to design and implement new model architectures and loss functions.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, modifying and diagnosing complex ML and DL algorithms
• Prototype and deploy new image processing algorithms
• Hands‑on programming in object‑oriented and functional paradigms
• Communicate results effectively, collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Work both independently and as part of a team

Skills

ML/DL background

Computer vision

Deep learning

Model architectures

Education

Doctorate

MS in related field

BS in related field

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, voice‑controlled 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 problem‑solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's 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 next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's 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 LS‑SWIFT Division of KLA's Global Products Group provides patterned wafer inspection systems for high‑volume semiconductor manufacturing. Its mission is to deliver market‑leading cost of ownership in defect detection for a broad range of applications in the production of semiconductors. Customers from the foundry, logic, memory, automotive, MEMS, advanced packaging and other markets rely upon high‑sample wafer inspection information generated by LS‑SWIFT products. LS (Laser Scanning) systems enable cost‑effective patterned wafer defect detection for the industry's most sophisticated process technologies deployed in leading‑edge foundry, logic, DRAM, and NAND fabs. SWIFT (Simultaneous Wafer Inspection at Fast Throughput) systems deliver all‑wafer‑surface (frontside, backside, and edge) macro inspection that is critical for automotive IC, MEMS, and advanced packaging processes as well as foundry/logic and memory fabs. LS‑SWIFT operates from a global footprint that includes the US, Singapore, India and Germany, and serves a worldwide customer base across Asia, Europe and North America.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Are you a computer vision engineer or researcher who loves working on challenging unsolved problems in a dynamic and collaborative environment? Have you lead a team taking a computer vision problem from invention to product? KLA could be for you. Come join our high performing team consisting of PhDs, machine vision and algorithm engineers building the next generation of AI enabled semiconductor inspection equipment. The successful candidate will grow their career in the LS‑SWIFT algorithms group in California.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, modifying and diagnosing complex ML and DL algorithms
• Ability to invent, prototype and deploy new image processing algorithms and ideas
• Hands‑on experience in object‑oriented and functional programming
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in one or more of the following areas: machine Learning, deep learning, computer vision, image processing
• Familiar with one of common deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch
• Hands‑on experience with training ML/AI models that have been deployed in a product
• Ability to write model architectures from scratch, modify loss functions

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

Base Pay Range: $140,500.00 - $238,900.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA's 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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• 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
• 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, job‑related 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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.