AI Engineer (Computer Vision/Signal Processing)

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, developing systems and solutions for wafer and reticle inspection. The AI Engineer will design and develop deep learning and classical modeling solutions for computer vision and signal processing applications, manage model development pipelines, optimize algorithms, and collaborate on integrating AI solutions into inspection systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, train, and deploy deep learning models for image understanding tasks such as image translation, segmentation, anomaly detection, and defect analysis on inspection systems
• Abstract specific tasks into generalized mathematical problems and devise customized models and algorithmic solutions
• Curate and manage datasets; establish rigorous training, validation, and evaluation pipelines
• Drive innovation by proposing novel approaches and delivering production-quality, maintainable code
• Identify technical bottlenecks and balance model sophistication against computational complexity through comprehensive data analysis
• Improve model accuracy; optimize models for inference throughput, including GPU-accelerated and high-performance computing
• Collaborate directly with other teams to co-optimize algorithms along with other sub-systems for best overall system design
• Work with field teams and customers to support model deployments and ensure seamless integration of AI solutions to inspection systems at customer sites, including occasional international travel