Senior Applications Scientist

Onto Innovation; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

PTO + 401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Onto Innovation is hiring for a systems/metrology engineer to develop and qualify optical measurement solutions for state-of-the-art logic and memory devices. You will work with systems engineers on scatterometry/ellipsometry models, interface with customers, and deliver demonstrations and technical presentations at customer sites.

The role involves on-site and travel requirements, with opportunities to influence product direction and participate in advanced metrology projects across multiple

Qualifications

• Requires 0–3 years of experience and a degree in a relevant science/engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deliver effective technical presentations to diverse audiences.
• Strong understanding of optical properties of materials and light-matter interaction.
• Experience with experimental design, data science, and statistical analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with numerical techniques and signal processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interface with customers to highlight application opportunities and strengthen Onto Innovation's market position.
• Perform on-site tool qualification to meet customer specifications.
• Build and optimize scatterometry and ellipsometry models for various applications.
• Collect field feedback and relay it to engineering and marketing for future developments.
• Deliver technical presentations and demonstrate systems to customers.

Skills

Independent work

Technical presentations

Data analytics

MATLAB

Python

Fourier/wavelet analysis

Differential equations

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Applied Physics / Materials Science / Electrical Engineering / Applied Mathematics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The new hire will have the opportunity to work closely with systems engineers to develop metrology solutions for complex multi-layer, optical critical dimension (scatterometry), and overlay measurements for state-of-the-art logic/memory devices. Duties will include application development and characterization of cutting-edge measurement technologies, creating technology/product presentations, and supporting the account/product activities at customer sites.

• Interface with customers to highlight application opportunities and possibilities to strengthen ONTO position in the market.
• Perform on-site tool qualification to achieve customer's specifications.
• Build and optimize scatterometry and ellipsometry models for both Thin Film and OCD applications to support TD and HVM metrology team.
• Collect future development feedback from the field and dispense it to our engineering & marketing group for future development to improve ONTO position within the market.
• Deliver technical presentation and perform system demonstration/sample inspection/measurement for customers.
• Interface with external customers and internal departments to best determine equipment specifications.
• Aid in the design and development of new equipment or re-design of existing systems to meet customer requirements.
• Up to 30% of domestic and overseas travel for cross-regional support will be required.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience and a Bachelor/Master/Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related science and engineering field. Will consider experience versus degree.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to deliver effective technical presentations to internal and external audiences.
• Strong understanding of optical properties of materials and other forms of elastic/inelastic light-matter interaction.
• Experience with design of experiments, data science, statistical analysis, scientific programming is a plus.
• Proficiency in scripting languages used for data analytics (e.g., MATLAB/Python) is a plus.
• Knowledge of numerical techniques, Fourier and wavelet analysis, complex analysis, differential equations, and similar applied mathematical techniques is a plus.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 20%.
• Ability to work in the fab up to 30%.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range: $115,200.00 - $172,800.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.ontoinnovation.com.