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San Jose CA ASML office

Director of Algorithms Engineering - Physics.

LEADERSHIPENGINEERING$223.1K–327.3K/YR
ASML / HMI is seeking a Director to build and lead a new Physics Algorithms Engineering team within our e-beam inspection business. This team will develop advanced physical modeling technologies that enhance next-generation semiconductor inspection solutions. You will lead a team responsible for developing simulation and modeling capabilities, including SEM image formation, electron-beam interactions, voltage contrast, and related physics-based methods. These technologies will support both traditional and AI-driven inspection algorithms, enabling faster innovation and improved defect detection performance for our customers. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines team building, technical strategy, product delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. Role and responsibilities: Build and lead a high-performing team Recruit, hire, and develop a world-class team of physics and algorithm engineers Foster technical excellence, innovation, and a strong engineering culture Coach and grow future technical and organizational leaders Deliver customer value Lead the development and delivery of production-ready algorithm solutions through regular software releases Own the end-to-end lifecycle, from requirements definition and technology development to deployment and customer support Ensure solutions meet the performance, quality, and scalability requirements of high-volume semiconductor manufacturing Drive technical innovation Establish and execute the roadmap for physics-based modeling technologies Advance capabilities in SEM image simulation, electron-beam physics, voltage contrast modeling, and related domains Drive adoption of AI-enabled software development practices to improve engineering productivity and velocity. Collaborate across the organization Partner closely with computer vision, machine learning, and product engineering teams to deliver integrated inspection solutions Work with product management, systems engineering, applications, and marketing teams to define priorities and align deliverables Contribute to the long-term technology strategy for e-beam inspection Perform other duties as assigned or required Education and experience PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline 4+ years of engineering management experience leading teams of 5 or more engineers Demonstrated experience building and scaling engineering teams 10+ years of technical leadership in physics-based modeling, computer vision, machine learning, or related fields Experience in semiconductor industry strongly preferred, including supporting deployments in customer fabs Skills Technical qualifications Physics-based modeling and simulation, including SEM image formation, e-beam interactions, and voltage contrast Computer vision and image processing Machine learning and AI High-performance computing, GPU acceleration, and numerical optimization C++, CUDA, Python, and modern software development practices Scientific computing and large-scale algorithm development Personal leadership attributes Strong technical judgment and strategic thinking Proven ability to lead through ambiguity and drive execution Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Passion for building teams, coaching engineers, and developing talent Customer-focused mindset with a track record of delivering impactful solutions Other information The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus Requires international travel up to 10% international travel, primarily within Asia Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work Hybrid work environment with up to two days per week remote The current base annual salary range for this role is currently: $223,125-327,250 Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members. The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US. All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days. Inclusion and diversity ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company. Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions. Request an Accommodation ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to USHR_Accommodation@asml.com to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process. Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position. Thank you for your interest in ASML! This is your personal dashboard where you can easily check the status of your application(s), view jobs that match your profile, and change or delete your personal information. You'll also receive notifications through this dashboard about any additional information we may need from you or to let you know when tasks are ready for you to complete as part of our hiring process. ASML is a leading supplier of lithography equipment, used by the world’s top chipmakers to print microchips that are increasingly powerful, fast and energy efficient. Working at ASML is inspiring, no matter what field you're in. That’s because we push the boundaries of technology: if it’s moving the world forward, chances are, we’re behind it. In fact, we’re probably a part of the electronic device you’re using right now. We’re a global team of more than 32,000 people from 122 different nationalities and counting. Headquartered in Europe’s top tech hub, the Brainport Eindhoven region in the Netherlands, our operations are spread across Europe, Asia and the US.
Pay
$223.1k–327.3k/yr
Where
San Jose CA ASML office · USA · United States of America
Work
Not stated
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Posted
21 Oct, 2026
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