# Algorithm Engineer

Hiring organization: [KLA-Tencor](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/kla-tencor)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/64f02afd-3216-4dfa-8140-c200eebc9878

Listed on KLA-Tencor's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Location: Milpitas, CA
- Salary: 136300 – 231700 USD per year

## Summary

KLA seeks an algorithm engineer to design and optimize advanced algorithms for semiconductor inspection platforms, focusing on pattern analysis, defect detection, and GPU-accelerated solutions. This role suits someone with strong mathematical foundations and C++ expertise who wants to apply machine learning and high-performance computing to real-world manufacturing challenges.

_Our summary, not KLA-Tencor's wording._

## Skills named

C++, Computer Vision, CUDA, Deep Learning, Image Processing, Machine Learning, Python

## Required

- PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field; or MS in one of these fields with 3+ years relevant experience
- Strong background in algorithm development, applied mathematics, numerical methods, image processing, or computer vision
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ software development
- Experience developing and optimizing complex software systems in production environments
- Experience with performance-oriented software development on CPU and/or GPU architectures
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

## Nice to have

- CUDA C++, GPU programming, parallel computing, or high-performance computing experience
- High-performance software development for semiconductor manufacturing, inspection, metrology, or related domains
- Machine learning and deep learning techniques for data analysis, imaging, or classification
- Python and scientific computing tools
- Understanding of optical systems and computational imaging
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Apply on KLA-Tencor's site: https://kla.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Search/job/Milpitas-CA/Algorithm-Engineer_2638218