Inspection Technician

Job Opportunity: Ebeam Inspection SpecialistKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. 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.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:Leading development of advanced Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) - based voltage contrast inspection applications for logic and memory technologies (DRAM, NAND).Defining technical requirements by deeply analyzing customer process flows, device circuits, and failure analysis challenges.Driving product roadmap alignment by identifying emerging customer needs and market trends in voltage contrast imaging.Designing and executing complex experiments to validate methodologies on customer wafers and optimize system performance.Developing and transferring new application capabilities from R&D to customer-facing teams, ensuring seamless integration into production environments.Providing technical leadership in solving highly complex problems impacting yield analysis, defect detection, and process control.Collaborating with internal product teams to guide tool enhancements and influence long-term technology direction.Leading technical review meetings with internal and external customers.Generating intellectual property through innovative solutions and new methodologies for SEM-based imaging.Representing 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; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 10 years.