Staff Applications Scientist

About the Company

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster, and more efficient.

Responsibilities

• Drive metrology solutions development cycle, advancing technology to address evolving customer needs.
• Initiate the design, development, execution, and implementation of scientific research projects.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products.
• Plan and execute laboratory research.
• Own the collaboration on XRAY solutions (materials and CD-SAXS) from the Applications Development side, working closely with partners.
• Support high-level applications of complex measurement systems used in manufacturing semiconductor devices and integrated circuits, resulting in solutions for complex multi-layer thin film measurements and optical critical dimension measurements for advanced technology nodes.
• Maintain substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories; contribute to scientific literature and conferences.
• Participate in the development of patent applications.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.
• Produce technical paper publications and train customers on technical topics.
• Travel to domestic and international locations to work with customers and collaborators.
• Develop and document new applications of existing and pre-release products, including best-known methods (BKMs).
• Develop written procedures, standards, training material, and other technical documentation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or above in Materials Science, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience with software modeling, statistics, data analysis, or fitting concept software (e.g., Matlab, Python). Optical simulation experience highly desirable.
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot problems to root cause and identify and thoroughly test solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a team.
• Excellent project and time management skills.
• Ability to participate in conference calls across global time zones.
• Fresh graduates with a Ph.D. degree are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Wellness initiatives.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture with recognition for contributions.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $115,200.00 - $172,800.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications. Additional rewards include annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to company and individual success.