Metrology Algorithm Developer for R&D TCT Korea

Applied Materials Costa Rica SRL

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Hwaseong-Lucestar,KOR Until 10/9/2026 3+ years exp First posted August 10, 2026 Last posted August 10, 2026
Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Location:

Hwaseong-Lucestar,KOR

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1. Korea expert of Metrology eBeam(SEM) Algorithm development and support group(R&D TCT[Technology and Collaboration Team]) for Algorithm matters
 

2. Algorithm Development

  • Working cooperation with algorithm development group in PDC & AMIND
  • Algorithm integration in large systems considering HW and SW aspects
  • Engage in customer facing activities to aid algorithms' proliferation at customer sites
  • Extending tool performance with the customer oriented algorithm development for improving data reliability & measurement success, etc.
  • Provide software specifications and production code on time to meet project milestones
  • Close work with the applications, system, physics, software, and qualification groups in order to understand the customers’ requirements and system constraints
  • Develop state of the art algorithms in the fields of Computer Vision, Machine Learning and Deep Learning, etc.
  • Participating in communication chain with customer to clear understand VoC and challenges from a technical perspective to develop in the right direction
  • Performing C&F for CIP and  preliminary research for new feature in next generation algo development, and beta testing in customer site
     

3. Algorithm Support at Customer Site

  • Application support for algorithm-induced challenges, such as measurement error, data reliability, correlation, and matching issues, etc. at customer site
  • Providing the solution on Algorithm issues – Diagnostics(R/C) and troubleshooting
  • Guiding new implemented Algorithm feature and providing training for account Apps
  • Algorithm bug fixing – Support for worldwide reported bug fixing as a member of Algorithm developer
  • Communicate issues and feedback to Metrology/Inspection Algorithm group and get inputs for troubleshooting at customer site
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills to improve customer satisfaction

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree, Master’s degree and above
  • Strong theoretical foundation and >3year proven hands-on experience in Computer Vision and Image Processing algorithms
  • Thorough understanding of probability and statistics
  • Strong skills in developing in MATLAB and Python
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Fluent English – verbal and text
  • Team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Travel – capable for initial 1-2 months travel and later willingness to travel up to 30%


Preferred:

  • Theoretical and hands-on experience in detection, segmentation, image enhancement and simulations
  • Theoretical and hands-on experience in Machine Learning
  • Theoretical and hands-on experience in Deep Learning
  • Understanding of imaging systems and physics
  • Development experience in Java and C/C++
  • Experience in multidisciplinary and matrix organization
  • Experienced with semiconductors organizations

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About this role

Summary

Develop and support metrology algorithms for semiconductor and display manufacturing.

Job title

Metrology Algorithm Developer for R&D TCT Korea

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

materials engineering

Location requirements

Hwaseong, South Korea; travel up to 30%; no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

matlabpythoncomputer visionstatisticsalgorithm development

Preferred skills

detectionsegmentationimage enhancementdeep learningjavac/c++

Specializations

computer visionmachine learningdeep learningimage processingalgorithms
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

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