SW Algorithm Engineer

Originally posted 29 October 2026 by the employer.

About the role

This role develops and optimizes algorithms within KLA's LS-SWIFT division for high-throughput patterned wafer inspection systems. You will take ownership of algorithm development from concept and prototyping through production deployment.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and optimize machine learning and deep learning algorithms for complex image and signal processing applications.
• Take ownership of algorithm development from concept and prototyping to production deployment.
• Invent, evaluate, and implement novel computer vision approaches for challenging real-world datasets.
• Analyze system performance, debug complex issues, and improve robustness and accuracy in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and continuously improve algorithm performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with software, systems, applications, and field engineers to deliver solutions.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of related experience, Master's degree with 3+ years of related experience, or a Doctorate degree.
• Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, or image processing.
• Hands-on experience with at least one major deep learning framework, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Proven experience training, validating, and deploying ML/DL models in production environments.
• Solid programming skills in C++ and/or Python, including experience in object-oriented and/or functional programming.
• Experience designing model architectures, customizing loss functions, and optimizing performance for real-world constraints.

Nice to have

• Experience with large-scale, high-resolution image data or industrial inspection systems.
• Familiarity with performance optimization, GPU acceleration, or real-time systems.
• Experience working in cross-functional product environments from R&D to customer deployment.

Skills: machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, image processing, C++, Python

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