Product Applications Engineer

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at

Veeco’s San Jose, CA, location is seeking a technically strong Staff Product Applications Engineer to lead development and customer engagement. Veeco is well-positioned with strong teams, core technologies, and an entrepreneurial culture that fosters innovation and new product development.

• Developing, optimizing and sustaining laser annealing products
• Identifying opportunities to enhance value through improvements or creation of new capabilities
• Closely collaborating with customers, marketing, sales, service and manufacturing teams.

• Apply device and integration knowledge to guide application development
• Lead Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP) including planning, execution, and performance measurement; engage closely with engineering
• Work closely with Marketing to drive new product requirement and roadmap
• Engage closely with customers to develop applications and optimize process performance on Laser Anneal systems
• Present technical product details to customers and sales teams
• Develop and maintain Best Known Methods (BKMs) for process control, development, and continuous improvement
• Drive adoption of BKMs and new applications across internal teams and customers
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues; collaborate with service and engineering teams as needed
• Provide on-the-job training, guidance, and technical support to internal teams, customers, and partners
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the Asia Pacific region to support revenue and service requirements
• Participate regularly in technical trainings to stay current on product information and strengthen professional knowledge
• Validate operational quality of system equipment and instruct customers on operation and maintenance

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science or related discipline with 8+ years of semiconductor process development experience or a PhD in a related field with 5 years of experience. Ability to travel up to 30% (domestic and international).

• Strong understanding of semiconductor devices, module processes, and process integration in logic and/or memory manufacturing is required
• Knowledge of Rapid Thermal Processing (RTP) and implant processes is desirable
• Self-motivated team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in customer management is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

The expected salary range for this position is $170,000-$216,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.
If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency…