Staff Optical System Design Engineer

kla; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA, a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing technology, seeks a Staff Optical System Design Engineer for its Broadband Plasma Division. In this role, you will focus on developing and improving cutting-edge wafer inspection products vital for advanced chip designs, leveraging your expertise in optics and subsystem design.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(K) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Doctorate with 3 years or Master's with 6 years related experience.
• Solid background in optics including imaging system aberrations, Fourier optics.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead optical subsystem design and feasibility studies.
• Document optical system requirements and specifications.
• Conduct testing and qualification of optics/Opto-mechanical modules.

Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

Doctorate Degree

Master's Level Degree

Tools

CodeV

LightTools

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 Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading-edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield-critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for a Staff Optical System Design Engineer to join our team within the BBP division to develop cutting-edge wafer inspection products! Optics is the core part of BBP products, which include high-brightness light-sources, broadband coatings, complex optical subsystem and high-speed sensors. This role will be responsible for the complete design process of one or multiple optical subsystems to support BBP roadmap:

• Identify, develop and document the optical system requirements through communicating with key suppliers as well as internal teams such as marketing, technology, system engineering etc.

• Lead or support to propose subsystem architecture

• Translate requirements into optical architecture features, error budgets and required metrology

• Conduct feasibility studies through various optical analysis

• Design new parts, modules and system integration process, toolings.

• Test, qualify and release optics/Opto-mechanical modules and entire subsystem.

• Work with suppliers to specify acceptance and improve incoming material quality.

• Lead to resolve complex problems for both prototype and released systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid background in optics such as imaging system aberrations, Fourier optics, polarization, Radiometry etc.

• Experiences in developing architecture and/or new concepts for optical imaging or measurement systems with high complexity and high precision requirements.

• Experienced in modeling optical performance of as built system through developing error budgets, alignment and metrology process for high precision opto-mechanical assembly and optical system using CodeV or LightTools.

• A self-starter with intellectual curiosity, a quick learner who desires to grow by acquiring new knowledge and skills in multi-disciplinary hardware technologies.

• Detail oriented, methodical problem-solving and critical thinking skills;

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Work well with others in either a leading or supporting role.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years.

Base Pay Range: $134,800.00 - $229,200.00 AnnuallyPrimary 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.

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.

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