Algorithm Developer III

Applied Materials

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On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
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$161,000–$221,000 / yr
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5 days ago
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This role $191k
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This role pays more than 50% of similar roles. Most pay $155,361–$219,850 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $191k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

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About Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

Applied Materials currently has 134 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Algorithm Developer III

As an Algorithm Developer III - (E3), you will lead the research, design, development, and implementation of algorithmic modules within the semiconductor industry. Your daily responsibilities involve performing algorithmic concept feasibility for image processing, including problem analysis, data gathering, literature review, and evaluating implementation constraints. You will prototype approaches to solve complex problems, integrate new solutions into products, and optimize algorithms to reduce computational costs and influence hardware requirements. The role requires expertise in computer vision, machine learning, deep learning, pattern recognition, metrology, and object detection. You will utilize Modern C++, Python, MATLAB, TensorFlow, PyTorch, CUDA, and parallel computing architectures. Candidates should possess a strong background in optics or imaging and have experience with GPU programming and AI coding tools to solve technical challenges in semiconductor manufacturing and image analysis.

What you'll do

  • Lead the research, design, development, and implementation of algorithmic modules.
  • Perform feasibility studies for image processing algorithms including problem analysis and literature review.
  • Apply computer vision and deep learning algorithms for metrology, pattern recognition, and object detection.
  • Prototype algorithm approaches to solve complex problems and integrate new solutions into products.
  • Optimize algorithms to reduce computational costs and influence hardware requirements.
  • Develop software using Modern C++, Python, MATLAB, and frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Manage teams and projects while setting organizational priorities and allocating resources.

What we're looking for

  • Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in the relevant field.
  • Strong background in computer vision, image processing, and deep learning technology.
  • Experience in GPU programming, CUDA, parallel computing, or HPC architectures.
  • Expertise in Modern C++, Python, MATLAB, and frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Experience using AI coding tools.
  • Experience working in the semiconductor industry.
  • Experience in managing teams or projects, setting organizational priorities, and allocating resources.

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