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Research Scientist Director (Etch Modeling/Simulation) (E)

KLA
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Milpitas
April 17, 2024
Base Pay Range: $218,200.00 - $381,900.00 Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Research Scientist Director role is core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Director level talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA.

ProETCH is a rigorous feature-scale etch simulator, and in this role, you will be defining the Research and Development roadmap for ProETCH and managing a team of research scientists to execute the development of the roadmap. This includes

Identifying required improvements to the model for the etch process, such as new physics and chemistry.
Developing algorithms to solve equations describing the etch model accurately and efficiently
Improving the methodology for fitting the model to match experimental data
This will require you to work on a cross-functional team that includes applications, marketing, and software engineering.

Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience using simulation to better understand plasma etch process research and development as well as experience using simulation to more efficiently optimize existing etch processes to achieve etch profile targets, such as CD, sidewall angle, taper, aspect-ratio dependent etch.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Doctorate (Academic) with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR
  • Master's Level Degree with a minimum of 13 years of experience OR

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 to request accommodation.

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