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Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Senior Director of Product Marketing – OCD Metrology leads the global product marketing strategy for Optical Critical Dimension (OCD) solutions used in advanced semiconductor process control. This role is responsible for driving market leadership across logic, foundry, and memory customers by defining differentiated positioning, accelerating adoption at advanced nodes, and aligning product innovation with evolving fab requirements.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in OCD / scatterometry , strong understanding of semiconductor process integration , and a proven ability to commercialize complex hardware–software solutions at scale.

Product & Market Strategy

Own the product marketing strategy for OCD metrology platforms, models, and software

Define market segmentation across logic, foundry, DRAM, and NAND

Identify adoption drivers for advanced nodes (EUV, GAA, 3D NAND, advanced patterning)

Partner with Product Management and R&D to influence OCD roadmap and modeling capabilities

Track technology inflections in OCD, hybrid metrology, and AI-based modeling

Positioning & Messaging

Develop differentiated value propositions for OCD solutions

Translate complex OCD modeling, sensitivity, and accuracy concepts into customer value

Define messaging around CD accuracy, precision, throughput, model robustness, and CoO

Own product positioning, naming, and messaging consistency across regions

Go-to-Market (GTM) Leadership

Lead global GTM strategy for new OCD platforms, model enhancements, and node insertions

Drive product launch execution in close partnership with regional account team

Collaborate on pricing, packaging strategies for OCD products

Support customer adoption strategies for high-volume manufacturing (HVM)

Sales Enablement & Customer Engagement

Develop sales and technical enablement materials including value stories, application notes, and competitive battlecards

Train sales, applications, and field teams on OCD positioning and competitive differentiation

Support key customer engagements, escalations, and executive-level reviews at leading fabs

Competitive & Customer Intelligence

Lead competitive analysis across OCD and competing CD metrology technologies

Conduct win/loss analysis and gather voice-of-customer feedback from leading fabs

Act as a subject-matter expert and internal evangelist for OCD technology

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Build and lead a global product marketing team focused on OCD metrology

Partner closely with Product Management, R&D, Applications, Sales, and Service

Influence executive leadership with market insights, data-driven recommendations, and growth strategies

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (MBA preferred)

12+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, or technical marketing

5+ years of people leadership experience

Deep hands-on experience with OCD / scatterometry metrology

Strong understanding of semiconductor process control and advanced nodes

Preferred

Experience supporting leading logic, foundry, or memory customers

Knowledge of EUV, multi-patterning, GAA, or 3D NAND integration challenges

Experience with hybrid metrology and model-based process control

Key Skills & Competencies

Deep technical credibility in OCD and semiconductor manufacturing

Ability to translate complex modeling concepts into customer value

Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline

Executive-level communication and influence

Global mindset and cross-functional leadership

What Success Looks Like

Market leadership and clear differentiation in OCD metrology

Successful insertion of OCD solutions at advanced technology nodes

Increased customer adoption and improved win rates

Strong alignment between product, R&D, sales, and marketing

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range: $176,000.00 - $264,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).