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At ASML, you will work at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, helping to solve some of the most advanced system and performance challenges in the industry. Our Applications Engineering teams create value by enabling customers to successfully adopt ASML solutions through deep technical expertise and close collaboration. As a Senior Applications Pathfinding Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping next-generation customer solutions. This is a highly visible, customer-facing technical role focused on system-level pathfinding, node definition, and integrated solution development. You will operate at the intersection of customer requirements, product capabilities, and technology roadmap decisions, helping define and validate the right solutions for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. This role combines system engineering, pathfinding, and applications expertise to guide solution direction, support new technology initiatives, and deliver measurable impact for customers.
Job Responsibility
Lead customer-facing pathfinding and system engineering efforts to translate future technology needs into scalable solutions
Define and represent the customer Concept of Operation, ensuring alignment with real-world use cases and constraints
Act as a key technical interface between customers and internal teams across system engineering, product development, and business lines
Drive alignment and progress in new technology pathfinding (NTP) and other strategic programs
Collaborate with Technology Development (TD) teams within the customer's global development model and support cross-site projects and initiatives
Identify solution gaps, risks, and required functionality to meet customer performance and integration targets
Ensure solutions align with ASML's product portfolio architecture and long-term roadmap
Support customer roadmap alignment by bringing structure and clarity to pathfinding discussions and technical planning
Lead or support node introduction, transition, and ramp activities
Design and execute experiments to validate performance and demonstrate solution value
Analyze data and translate findings into clear technical insights and recommendations
Drive resolution of complex system, lithography, or metrology challenges
Deliver technical presentations to customers and internal stakeholders to support decision-making and solution adoption
Requirements
Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
8+ years of experience in a similar technical role
5+ years of experience in semiconductor or advanced manufacturing
Experience in system engineering, applications, pathfinding, product development, or customer-facing technical roles
Strong analytical background with experience using tools such as MATLAB, Python, or JMP
Proven ability to solve complex problems and communicate results clearly
Experience working across teams and influencing technical direction in a matrixed environment
Experience with EUV, DUV, metrology, or system integration is strongly preferred
Nice to have
Experience with EUV, DUV, metrology, or system integration is strongly preferred