Algorithm Developer III – PhD (New College Grad, Winter 2026)

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Algorithm Developer to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, theoretical physics, and systems engineering. The role focuses on creating next‑generation solutions for high‑impact semiconductor manufacturing applications, leveraging physics‑informed neural networks and advanced machine‑learning techniques.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable data pipelines to collect, process, and analyze high‑volume sensor data from semiconductor manufacturing systems.
• Identify and model underlying physical relationships governing complex process behavior.
• Develop predictive and control algorithms using physics‑based methods combined with machine learning techniques such as physics‑informed neural networks.
• Build robust, maintainable software modules that integrate with real‑world manufacturing tools and control systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across physics, engineering, software development, and data science to accelerate innovation.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Chemistry, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline (or a Master’s with ≥2 years relevant experience).
• Strong foundation in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or computational science and practical software development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex algorithms into clean, scalable, production‑ready code.
• Interest in sensors, instrumentation, hardware systems, or robotics that bridge software with physical‑world applications.

Required skills

• Machine learning and data science techniques
• Physics‑informed neural networks (PINNs)
• Statistical modeling
• Software engineering and clean code development
• Data pipeline construction

What we offer

• Base salary range $161,000 – $221,000 per year
• Full‑time position in Santa Clara, CA with 10 % travel
• Comprehensive benefits, bonus and stock award programs
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge AI/ML solutions for semiconductor manufacturing