ASML is a manufacturer of chip-making equipment, and they are seeking a data science and image processing co-op for the fall of 2025. The role involves developing software solutions for image feature detection and leveraging machine learning models to enhance optical metrology applications.
Develop/improve software solutions for image feature detection for optical metrology applications.
The work may include:
The use of machine learning models to predict trends and behaviors relating to defects, lifetime, and manufacturing improvements of the product;
Application of computer vision models to unique feature sets
Work with database structures to write software scripts to search, analyze and plot data from databases;
Support image analysis on data and derive conclusions.
Understand technical requirements and drive to a solution that meets them.
Collaborate with the design team in software analysis tool development solve difficult technical problems in an efficient manner.
Evaluate model/algorithm performance for accuracy and efficiency; ensure that it meets technical requirements.
Perform software testing to identify application, algorithm and software bugs
Clearly test, document and communicate progress, findings, and insights to stakeholders.
Qualification
Required
Pursuing Bachelor's degree, having completed at least 3 years
Pursuing Master's degree in computer science or Masters/PhD in mathematics/physics/optical engineering or related fields
Experience in writing software: MATLAB, Python
Experience in scientific data analytics and the development of image processing algorithms and software
Experience in statistics, data fitting and filtering techniques
Familiarity with software version management e.g. Git, GitHub, Bitbucket
A strong background of course work in computer science, mathematics or computational physics/engineering with a focus on algorithm development.
Have strong written and oral communicative skills
Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability.
Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.
Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.
Can learn and apply new information or skills.
Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.
Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads.
Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and customer.
Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.
Possess strong ownership characteristics – demonstrated commitment to achieving results on time.
Have strong written and oral communicative skills – ability to communicate effectively within your team.
Demonstrated 'team player' with a quality orientation and interpersonal skills
Capability to interface with multidisciplinary groups, and be willing to take on responsibility, follow through and keep multiple simultaneous tasks on schedule.
Be able to quickly acquire technical knowledge from documentation and on-the-job training and be capable of thoroughly investigating technical issues (analytically and hands-on in a lab).
Preferred
Understanding of optical measurement techniques (e.g. interferometry, optical sensors) and imaging systems.
Experience with SQL development e.g. SQLServer, MySQL
Experience with data visualization techniques
Experience developing GUIs for end users
Experience developing machine learning models in cloud and high performance computing platforms.