Lead Algorithm Engineer for E‑Beam Inspection

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials seeks an experienced Algorithm Developer to join a multidisciplinary R&D team. You will design and implement advanced image‑processing and deep‑learning algorithms for a next‑generation e‑beam inspection platform, focusing on defect detection, registration, and electrical defect analysis.

The role combines research with hands‑on implementation, optimization, and end‑to‑end deployment in a high‑performing production environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of algorithm R&D experience in image processing or vision.
• MSc or PhD in a relevant field.
• Proven production-grade algorithm development experience.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement advanced algorithms for next‑gen e‑beam inspection applications.
• Develop registration, scoring, and defect localization algorithms for the Detection domain.
• Own deployment and end‑to‑end integration of algorithms into the inspection system.

Skills

Algorithm R&D

Image processing

Computer vision

Deep learning

Production‑grade algorithms

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MSc/PhD in engineering/computer science/related field

Job description

Applied Materials seeks an experienced Algorithm Developer to join a multidisciplinary R&D team. You will design and implement advanced image‑processing and deep‑learning algorithms for a next‑generation e‑beam inspection platform, focusing on defect detection, registration, and electrical defect analysis.

The role combines research with hands‑on implementation, optimization, and end‑to‑end deployment in a high‑performing production environment.