eBeam Inspection Specialist

About the role

KLA, a global leader in electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, is seeking an eBeam inspection specialist in Milpitas, CA. The role develops and delivers innovative eBeam voltage contrast inspection applications for advanced logic and memory technologies. Although the text notes that there is no current opening for Technology Specialists, it invites applicants to apply for future opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development of advanced scanning electron microscopy (SEM)-based voltage contrast inspection applications for logic and memory technologies (DRAM, NAND).
• Analyze customer process flows, device circuits and failure analysis challenges to define technical requirements.
• Identify emerging customer needs and market trends to align the product roadmap.
• Design and run complex experiments on customer wafers to validate methodologies and optimize system performance.
• Transfer new application capabilities from R&D to customer-facing teams so they integrate into production.
• Provide technical leadership on yield analysis, defect detection and process control issues.
• Collaborate with product teams on tool enhancements and long-term technology direction, lead technical reviews with customers, and represent KLA at industry forums and conferences.
• Generate intellectual property through new solutions and methodologies.

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience in electron beam inspection (EBI) or SEM-based applications for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Deep expertise in voltage contrast imaging, device physics and process technology for advanced logic and memory nodes.
• Proven ability to turn high-value customer problems into actionable application strategies.
• Excellent customer-facing skills with a track record of leading technical engagements.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, generate patents and contribute to technology roadmaps.
• Minimum qualification: doctorate with 6 years of related work experience, or master's degree with 10 years of related work experience.

Required skills

• Voltage contrast imaging and SEM-based inspection
• System optimization techniques
• Device physics and process technology for advanced logic and memory nodes

What we offer

• Base pay range of $140,000 to $238,000 depending on role, level and location.
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave.