Algorithm Developer

Job Title: Algorithm Developer

Location: Bangalore (Software Development Team)

About Auto Defect: Auto Defect is an innovative AI-based automated optical inspection (AOI) platform transforming semiconductor part quality assessment. It shifts part inspection from subjective human visual checks to quantitative, AI-driven metrology. Our AI-driven algorithms detect, classify, and measure defects down to a micron resolution, eliminating operator judgment.

Role Summary: As a Senior Algorithm Developer (Computer Vision & AI), you can be a key contributor to the AutoDefect platform. You will drive the architecture, design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and computer vision solutions for high-precision industrial inspection. Your expertise will be crucial in handling complex challenges, innovating new capabilities, and mentoring fellow team members.

Role Summary:

As a Senior Algorithm Developer (Computer Vision & AI) in our India software development team, you will be a technical leader and key contributor to the AutoDefect platform. You will drive the architecture, design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and computer vision solutions for high-precision industrial inspection .Your expertise will be crucial in tackling complex challenges, innovating new capabilities, and mentoring junior team members, playing a pivotal role in expanding AutoDefect's impact and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable computer vision and AI algorithms for defect detection, classification, and measurement, ensuring micron-level accuracy.
• Drive end-to-end development from proof-of-concept to production-ready systems, encompassing algorithm development, software integration, and deployment strategies.
• Innovate and integrate cutting-edge AI technologies, including deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow), synthetic data generation, 3D reconstruction, and Vision Language Models (VLM) for advanced.
• Design and optimize image processing techniques such as proprietary image stacking algorithms, ROI-driven processing, intelligent tiling strategies, and Flat Field Correction (FFC) to enhance image quality and algorithm efficiency.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize image acquisition systems (cameras, telecentric lenses, collimated lighting, Z-sensors) and ensure seamless hardware-software integration for precision inspection.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and best practices within the team
• Contribute to strategic roadmap development for AutoDefect, identifying new part families (e.g., showerheads, susceptors, domes), defect types (e.g., burrs, clogs, cracks, pits, haze, rainbow), and technological advancements.
• Ensure the quality and reliability of solutions through rigorous testing, including Gage R&R, confusion matrix analysis, and KPI tracking.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in computer vision, machine learning, and AI, preferably in industrial automation or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying complex AI systems from conceptualization to full production, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (e.g., PLC, PDCA).
• Deep knowledge of deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) and expert proficiency in Python programming.
• Experience with optics, imaging principles, and image acquisition systems is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of control systems or robotics for integration with gantry or cobot-based inspection setups is a plus.
• Good to have skills on data acquisition, instrumentation, HMI.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of tackling ambiguous and challenging technical problems.
• Good communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse global teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, with patent filings or contributions to intellectual property being a significant advantage.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree OR Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics or a related technical field.

Travel : 10 %

## Qualifications

### Education:

Bachelor's Degree: Computer Engineering (Required)

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### Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

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## Additional Information

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### Shift:

Day (India)

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### Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

Yes

### Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.