eBeam Inspection Specialist

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Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Technology Specialists are core to KLAs technology while we do not currently have an opening we are always building our Technology Specialists talent community we are interested in learning about your background.

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KLA is seeking an eBeam inspection specialist to develop and deliver innovative eBeam voltage contrast inspection applications for advanced logic and memory technologies. Based in Milpitas CA this role will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of advanced Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) - based voltage contrast inspection applications for logic and memory technologies (DRAM NAND).
• Define technical requirements by deeply analyzing customer process flows device circuits and failure analysis challenges.
• Drive product roadmap alignment by identifying emerging customer needs and market trends in voltage contrast imaging.
• Design and execute complex experiments to validate methodologies on customer wafers and optimize system performance.
• Develop and transfer new application capabilities from R&D to customer-facing teams ensuring seamless integration into production environments.
• Provide technical leadership in solving highly complex problems impacting yield analysis defect detection and process control.
• Collaborate with internal product teams to guide tool enhancements and influence long-term technology direction.
• Lead technical review meetings with internal and external customers.
• Generate intellectual property through innovative solutions and new methodologies for SEM-based imaging.
• Represent KLA at industry forums and conferences.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in electron beam inspection (EBI) or SEM-based applications for semiconductor manufacturing.
• In depth expertise in voltage contrast imaging device physics and process technology for advanced logic and memory nodes.
• Proven ability to identify high-value customer problems and translate them into actionable application strategies.
• Strong understanding of Voltage Contrast imaging and system optimization techniques.
• Excellent customer-facing skills with a track record of leading technical engagements.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation generate patents and contribute to long-term technology roadmaps.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 10 years.

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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