Technology Specialist - eBeam Inspection

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. Group / Division With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. KLA’s Global Products Group (GPG) is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products and is looking for the best and brightest research scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Responsibilities Lead development of advanced SEM‑based voltage contrast 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; Master’s level degree and related work experience of 10 years. Base Pay Range $140,000.00 - $238,000.00 annually. Benefits KLA’s total rewards package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid time off, paid holidays, and family care leave. Equal Opportunity Employer KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr KLA-Belgium