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Systems Engineer-Optics

Critical Fit Recruiting
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026

Systems Engineer - Optics - San Jose, CA Area


DESCRIPTION:

The Systems Engineer will support development of new optical metrology technologies, optimize the performance of existing metrology products, and communicate those optimization results and methods to the field. The successful candidate will interface with cross functional engineering teams, e.g. software, hardware, and applications scientists, to generate specifications and performance requirements that guide systems development. Candidate will also design and perform experiments that validate those requirements have been met and provide guidance on implementation improvements where needed.


Responsibilities:

  • Alignment, optimization, and validation of complex optical systems
  • Development of best operational methods for tool performance optimization
  • Design and conduct experiments to characterize, troubleshoot, and improve optical metrology systems
  • Develop plans of action, and execute in a timely manner
  • Generate both internal and external technical presentations
  • Clearly communicate requirements and specifications to cross functional teams
  • Support for on site installation of first in fab metrology tools, initial tool matching efforts of those systems, and the generation of procedures and training documents to educate local engineering teams.


Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. MS or BS in Engineering or Sciences with a focus on optical physics
  • 2-3 years of experience in complex optical systems, analysis, and applications development including use of broadband light sources for spectroscopy and ellipsometry
  • Experience in application and integration of precision optical and optomechanical components
  • Proficiency in data analysis using various programming/scripting tools (Python, Matlab, etc.)
  • Excellent analytical capability for systematic troubleshooting
  • Prior experience with semiconductor capital equipment including working knowledge of optical processing, metrology and/or inspection products
  • Experience working on prototype systems in a hands-on laboratory setting
  • New product development and support in the semiconductor space
  • Will require international travel of up to <15%.


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