Staff Applications Engineer

Onto Innovation; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Onto Innovation in Milpitas, California is seeking a qualified candidate with 5+ years of experience to become a Subject Matter Expert on Inspection products. Responsibilities include supporting customer applications development and providing training. Strong communication and analytical skills are crucial for this role.

We offer competitive salaries starting from $144,000 up to $216,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and a 401(k) plan. Join us in a collaborative and inclusive culture!

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience in related field.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and then create clear reports.
• Able to efficiently gain expertise on products in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Become a Subject Matter Expert on Onto Innovation’s Inspection products.
• Support customer applications development activities.
• Work closely with internal and external customers to understand their requirements.
• Provide support and applications training to customers.
• Assist in developing and executing system level test plans.

Skills

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Data analysis and reporting

Troubleshooting hardware/software issues

Organization and planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

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 efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Become a Subject Matter Expert on Onto Innovation’s Inspection products.
• Support customer applications development activities that require full understanding of the system set-up, inspection of customer’s product, confirmation of optimal and accurate results, and presentation of results
• Work closely with internal and external customers to understand their requirements and challenges and ensure that Onto Innovation's systems are configured and utilized optimally
• Provide support and applications training to customers as well as various internal functional groups to ensure systems are being used effectively
• Develop system requirements that meet customer requirements and product definitions provided by other departments
• Assist in developing and executing system level test plans to validate that the engineering designs meet customer requirements
• Compile and assist in the presentation of test data collected during design validations to a peer group of engineers
• Contribute to documentation for use in the manufacture, installation, technical support and training related to the final design
• Support engineering products through entire life cycle
• Support training, application support, and characterization of NPI (new product introduction)
• 10%-20% domestic and international travel required.

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience in related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to gather and analyze data and then create clear reports and presentations
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot potential hardware or software performance issuesAble to efficiently gain expertise on products in a fast-paced environment
• Good organization and planning skills

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: $144,000.00 - $216,000.00, 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).