Onto Innovation is a leader in semiconductor manufacturing software & solutions that solve the most difficult yield, device performance, quality, & reliability issues.
About the role
The Senior Systems Engineer for the Iris T1 platform will play a critical role in advancing Onto’s next‑generation optical metrology solutions. This position focuses on developing new metrology capabilities, optimizing performance of existing Iris T1 systems, and delivering clear, data‑driven guidance to global field and customer teams.
What they're looking for
- Master’s in engineering or physical sciences with emphasis in optical physics or related optical technologies – PhD preferred
- 5+ years of semiconductor capital equipment engineering experience, preferably in optical metrology
- Hands‑on applications development experience with spectroscopic ellipsometry or related optical measurement techniques
- Demonstrated experience integrating precision optical and optomechanical components
- Proficiency in data analysis and scientific programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
- Strong analytical skills and a methodical, data‑driven approach to troubleshooting complex systems
More about this role
Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.
The Senior Systems Engineer for the Iris T1 platform will play a critical role in advancing Onto’s next‑generation optical metrology solutions. This position focuses on developing new metrology capabilities, optimizing performance of existing Iris T1 systems, and delivering clear, data‑driven guidance to global field and customer teams.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners—including software engineering, hardware design, systems engineering, and applications...
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