Computational Physics Algorithm Engineer

KLA • Milpitas, CA

3d • $136,300 - $231,700

About The Position

The Computational Physics Algorithm Engineer will design, implement, and test advanced algorithms for rapidly solving Maxwell equations on high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, leveraging multi-CPU and GPU platforms. The role is part of KLA’s Measurement, Analytics and Control (MACH) division, which develops high-performance software platforms and technologies in patterning analytics, modeling, and data science for semiconductor manufacturing.

Requirements

• Doctorate (Academic) degree and 0 years of related work experience; or a master's degree and 3 years of related work experience; or a bachelor's degree and 5 years of related work experience.
• Familiarity with finite difference, finite element, and spectral methods for solving partial differential equations and associated linear algebra solvers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CUDA or other GPU programming frameworks for accelerating and optimizing multi-physics simulations.
• Familiarity with Fourier optics.
• Experience with collaborative software development practices such as code review, automated testing, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design advanced algorithms for fast solution of Maxwell equations on HPC clusters.
• Implement algorithms leveraging multi-CPU and GPU platforms.
• Test the developed algorithms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Student debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Development and career growth opportunities and programs
• Financial planning benefits
• Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Family care and bonding leave
• Performance incentive programs may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree