Applications Scientist

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, offering advanced technologies for the semiconductor industry. The Applications Scientist will develop metrology solutions for complex measurements and provide technical training and support to customers, particularly focusing on the Micron Account in Boise, ID. Responsibilities The new hire will have the opportunity to work closely with process engineers in semiconductor fabs to develop metrology solutions for complex multi-layer, optical critical dimension (scatterometry), and overlay measurements for state-of-the-art memories devices Duties will include applications development and characterization of cutting-edge measurement technologies, creating technology/product presentations, and providing technical training for customers Support the Micron Account activity in Boise, ID Work with Application Manager to provide comprehensive application support to our current installed base and future installations Interface with customers to highlight application opportunities and possibilities to strengthen ONTO position in the market Perform on-site tool qualification to achieve customers specifications Build and optimize scatterometry and ellipsometry models for both Thin Film and OCD applications to support Micron TD and HVM metrology team Travel to HQ for training, summit, and workshops, and travel to other customer sites to assist share experience to local team and customers, and support tool and layer adoptions Collect future development feedback from the field and dispense it to our engineering & marketing group for future development to improve ONTO position within the market Skills Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related science and engineering field Ability to work independently under minimal supervision Experience in design of experiments Ability to deliver effective technical presentations to internal and external audiences Strong understanding of optical properties of materials and other forms of elastic/inelastic light-matter interaction Ability to travel internationally up to 20% Ability to work in the fab up to 40% 0-3 years of experience Experience with scientific programming is a plus Experience with data science and statistical analysis is a plus Proficiency in scripting languages used for data analytics (e.g., Matlab/Python) is a plus Knowledge of numerical techniques, Fourier and wavelet analysis, complex analysis, differential equations, and similar applied mathematical techniques is a plus Benefits Health, dental, and vision coverage Life and disability insurance PTO 401(k) with employer match Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Wellness initiatives Company Overview Onto Innovation stands alone in process control with our unique perspective across the semiconductor value chain. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Onto Innovation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 16 in 2025, 26 in 2024, 12 in 2023, 18 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 20 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.