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AI Infrastructure Engineer

KLA
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Are you ready to solve one of the toughest challenges in semiconductor manufacturing? Imagine developing models that can detect nanoscale defects, even when access to data and systems is limited. Join us and be part of the entire journey - from designing and developing to deploying these groundbreaking models and systems. Your expertise will drive innovation and make a real impact!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and implementation of AI products, ensuring they meet project requirements and business goals.
  • Help the team build infrastructure and deploy modern MLOps techniques to our customer sites.
  • Rapidly prototype and iterate on machine learning applications, demonstrating large language models (LLMs) for various use cases.
  • Stay updated with the latest ML/AI research and integrate new techniques into our products.
  • Select appropriate datasets, perform data preprocessing, and ensure data quality for training models.
  • Conduct machine learning tests, perform statistical analysis, and fine-tune models for efficient performance.
  • Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and product managers, to deliver high-quality AI solutions.
  • Guide and mentor junior team members, encouraging a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Educational background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Python and Machine Learning (ML) frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Keras.
  • Hands-on experience with Large Language Models and related tools.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and experience with statistical analysis.
  • Effectively convey sophisticated technical concepts to non-technical team members.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with fellow team members and lead multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud for deploying and running ML models.
  • Previous experience in a similar role within the AI/ML industry.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

Base Pay Range: $87,400.00 - $148,600.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at 1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.


KLA-Tencor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

 

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