Senior R&D Engineer

Overview PDF Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: PDFS) is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer to join the R&D team to develop a cutting-edge electron beam inspection tool (eProbe®). These tools are based on high-speed Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) and are used at semiconductor fabs for yield ramp and manufacturing control. This is a core part of PDF’s Design-for-Inspection™ (DFI) methodology. The candidate should be self-motivated and comfortable in a multidisciplinary environment. They should have a strong programming background as well as excellent analytical skills and a systematic approach to solving problems. The candidate will improve existing software as well as develop novel software solutions that are critical to the successful inspection of semiconductor wafers, with an emphasis on improving the accuracy/throughput of the system while enhancing inspection setup efficiency. They should also coordinate with engineers in the field to understand and resolve complex, time-critical issues. This position will have a direct impact on the success of PDFs eProbe® development with an opportunity for career growth and multiple career paths. Our R&D team has an outstanding mix of diverse talents with various backgrounds and excellent mentorship opportunities. We welcome experienced professionals as well as recent PhD graduates. Responsibilities Develop advanced software solutions for eProbe® inspection system Provide field support to troubleshoot and resolve time-critical inspection and applications issues, including travel up to 20% Communicate effectively and efficiently with team members both on-site and in the field Coordinate and work with software, applications, manufacturing, engineering, and outside consultants Qualifications Masters (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related fields Knowledgeable in Python or other scripting language Plus Experience with image processing and numerical optimization techniques Knowledge base or experience with hardware engineering (motion, light optics, e-beam optics, ultra-high vacuum, analog power supplies, High Voltage power supplies) Experience in Data Analysis and visualization packages (JUMP, SPLUS, Spotfire) Knowledge base or experience in semiconductor manufacturing or electron microscopes Pay Range CAD $110,000.00 - CAD $150,000.00 /Yr.

Develop advanced software solutions for the eProbe® inspection system and provide field support to troubleshoot and resolve time-critical inspection and applications issues. Communicate effectively with team members and coordinate with various engineering and consulting teams.

A Master's degree is required, with a PhD preferred, in fields such as Computer Science, Physics, or Electrical Engineering. Candidates should have a strong programming background, particularly in Python, and experience in image processing and hardware engineering.

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• Software Development
• Python
• Image Processing
• Numerical Optimization
• Data Analysis
• Visualization
• Hardware Engineering
• Motion Engineering
• Light Optics
• E-Beam Optics
• Ultra-High Vacuum
• Analog Power Supplies
• High Voltage Power Supplies
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Electron Microscopes

• Engineering
• Software
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level