Thursday, April 5, 2012

Principal Research Scientist - Big Data Architecture ( Hadoop | storage | Cloud Computing ) (#107899)

Position: Principal Research Scientist - Big Data Architecture
Location: Austin, TX / Milpitas, CA
Duration: Full time

Job Description:
KLA-Tencor's Process Control Information Division (PCID) provides leading edge data analysis and simulation software solutions to the semiconductor industry that enable the industry to continue pushing the device manufacturing capabilities for current and future design nodes.

Seeking a researcher for Big Data initiatives at KLA-Tencor. Big Data methods are characterized by data volumes, rates, and complexity that are too large for conventional database management tools including capture, storage, search, sharing, analytics, and visualization of data.  Responsibilities include research and development in data management, machine learning, data mining, and advanced statistical analytics required in the semiconductor manufacturing and related industries.  Candidate will drive Big Data research projects including strategies, technical and financial feasibility, development of intellectual property, prototype evaluation, and report generation.  Candidate will work with diverse technical and management teams including both internal and external researchers, customers, academics, and upper management.  Candidate must be goal oriented, organized, highly self motivated, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications/Education Desired:
Ph.D. in statistics, mathematics, computer science, physics, or a related field.
Motivated self starter, with a high level of energy. Willingness to learn. Ability to drive projects to conclusion and provide compelling reports.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Able to work with a diverse team within KLA-Tencor and external customers, including academics, engineers, researchers, and management.
Experience with Big Data methods and practices including: capture, storage, search, sharing, analytics, and visualization of data. Familiarity with one or more big data products (e.g. Hadoop) is desirable.
Experience with current semiconductor manufacturing, process control, data management, and/or information technology practices.

Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate (Academic) with at least 6 years of experience.
Or

Master's Level Degree with at least 8 years of experience.
Or
Bachelor's Level Degree with at least 10 years of experience.

Kindly send your resume to
Sivaram.bose@kla-tencor.com