Senior Applications Scientist

Onto Innovation•Milpitas, CA
•$128,000 - $192,000

About The Position

Onto Innovation is hiring a Senior Applications Scientist to characterize Atlas hardware and software features, develop measurement methods and throughput models, and support customer demonstrations, evaluations, qualifications, escalations, and product deployments. The role involves analyzing characterization data and working with technical support and headquarters engineering on procedures and equipment enhancements. It includes customer-site installation, startup, and deployment support, with travel of up to 30% per year. Onto Innovation offers a comprehensive benefits package and describes its workplace as collaborative and inclusive. The stated base salary range is $128,000 to $192,000, with annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to company and individual success. Applicants for certain positions may require U.S. export licensing review depending on citizenship or protected-person status.

Requirements

  • More than 5 years of working experience in semiconductor metrology is preferred.
  • Ph.D. or M.S. in Engineering Sciences, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Sciences, Optics, or Physics.
  • Ability to systematically and independently identify and troubleshoot problems.
  • Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of statistics and design of experiments.
  • Knowledge of basic programming skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with semiconductor fabrication and process integration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead characterization of new Atlas hardware and software features.
  • Develop measurement methodologies, throughput models, and Best Known Methods (BKMs).
  • Support customer demonstrations, pilot evaluations, and production qualifications.
  • Investigate and resolve customer escalations related to tool performance and applications.
  • Interface with technical support and headquarters engineering regarding procedures and equipment enhancements.
  • Analyze characterization data and provide recommendations for product improvements.
  • Support installation, startup, and deployment activities at customer sites.
  • Travel as required to support customer activities and product deployments, up to 30% per year.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Annual bonus opportunities.
  • Potential long-term incentives tied to company and individual success.
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