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KLATencor Corporation Algorithm Engineering Intern Image Processing in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Company OverviewKLA 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. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.
Group/DivisionThe vision of KLA's global human resources organization is to become a leader and partner to operating leadership in support of the company's efforts to achieve its strategic growth, customer and operating objectives through strategic talent management. Our mission is to enable the business, and leverage human resources to achieve short and long-term business objectives. Our primary areas of strategic focus include talent acquisition, individual and organizational assessment and development, performance management, inclusion and engagement, and rewards. The global HR organization includes HR business partners, learning and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee communications, and HR system operations.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications KLA is seeking a motivated algorithm engineer to join our algorithm group in the AI & Modeling Center of Excellence in Ann Arbor, MI, USA. In this position, you will bring your academic background and industry experience to develop and integrate algorithms into KLA's innovative reticle inspection platforms. You will contribute technical expertise in a highly collaborative team to research, develop, and deliver production-grade algorithms involving Image Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Computer Vision techniques.
In this role, you will:
Contribute to novel image processing, defect detection and analysis, and optimization algorithms balancing sophistication and computational complexity through comprehensive data analysis
Evaluate and productize deep learning and other novel approaches that complement and improve the performance of existing algorithms in the inspection space
Collaborate with software and computer groups to design and implement data management, model training and inference flows
Bring forward creative ideas, develop proof-of-concepts, integrate algorithms into production code, and work with other team members in Ann Arbor and in global project teams
Qualifications
Master's OR PhD Level Degree with foundation in signal/image processing
Academic or work experience required in any of the following areas: Image Processing, Detection, Image-Based Metrology, Computational Imaging, Computer Vision
Practical experience with Deep Learning, Machine Learning, or Artificial Intelligence, for images, is preferred
Experience prototyping Algorithms using MATLAB or Python, and implementing algorithms using full-stack experience with object-oriented programming (OOP/OOD) in C++ under Linux is preferred
Familiarity with any of the following is a plus: Linear and Nonlinear Optimization techniques, CUDA/GPU Programming frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow), and Data Analysis and Visualization tools
Great teammate with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What will differentiate you: