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Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Defect Quality & Systems

Samsung · 1530 FM 973 Taylor, TX, USA · On-site

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About the role

We are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to serve as a technical lead within the Defect Engineering Systems group. In this critical role, you will drive the strategy for our in-house ML models, directly impacting the company's ability to detect and classify critical defects in real-time. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Education : BS or MS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics or related STEM/Engineering degree
  • Experience: 5+ years relevant experience
  • Semiconductor industry highly preferred
  • Expertise in ML Frameworks : Mastery of open-source frameworks (TensorFlow 2.x, PyTorch) with a proven track record of deploying models into production environments
  • Systems Proficiency : High comfort level with command-line interfaces and Linux environments (Ubuntu), with an understanding of how to optimize models for hardware performance
  • Strategic Communication : Ability to synthesize complex ML metrics into actionable business insights for a broad range of audiences, from fellow engineers to site leadership
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About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

We are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to serve as a technical lead within the Defect Engineering Systems group. In this critical role, you will drive the strategy for our in-house ML models, directly impacting the company's ability to detect and classify critical defects in real-time. You will be responsible for the entire ML lifecycle—from collaborating with module owners to define classification logic, to architecting scalable vision models that operate within our high-throughput, 24/7 manufacturing environment. As a senior member of a small, high-performing team, you will not only develop cutting-edge models but also mentor junior engineers and establish the best practices for model deployment, validation, and maintenance.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Architect Advanced ML Solutions : Lead the design and implementation of sophisticated ML models focused on defect detection and classification, optimizing...

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