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$136k – $232k per year
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In office (Milpitas)
Seniority
Senior · 3+ years exp
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Full-Time
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KLA Corporation is a global technology leader that specializes in process control and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company manufactures advanced wafer inspection tools, metrology systems, and computational analytics software to help chipmakers detect defects and optimize manufacturing efficiency. Listed on the NASDAQ, it serves major semiconductor foundries, packaging providers, and electronics manufacturers worldwide.

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading-edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield-critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring.

Job Description/PreferredQualifications

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to support the development of the next generation wafer inspection tools! Following the KLA Product Lifecycle methods, the candidate will be required to be involved in all phases of the software design/architecture, design reviews and requirements definition for systems and subsystems, and development/maintain of software features. Software requirements documents, analyzing software performance and development of critical software features are key responsibilities for this position.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Conduct software development activities using C++/C#, Managed C++, .NET in Windows 64-bit environment

  • Participate in all stages of software development including deployment/trouble shooting at customer sites (for current products)

  • Take ownership of assigned design and development tasks for current and future generations of products

  • Work in a global environment to Interact with multi-site team members during software product life cycle for requirement analysis, design, coding, integration and testing

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree with at least 3 years of experience.

  • 3+ years hands-on experience of software design and development using BOTH of the high-level programming languages in C++ and C# on Windows desktop applications.

  • Knowledge in STL, WinDBG and Windows Internals.

  • Excellent architecture and design experience using modular / OOP / OOD methodology

  • GUI design and implementation for desktop applications

  • Documentation of software design artifacts and algorithm specifications

  • Collaboration with SQC team on test case development and test execution

  • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with others

  • Experience in semiconductor process is desired

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years OR
  • Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
  • 3+ years hands-on experience of software design and development using BOTH of the high-level programming languages in C++ and C# on Windows desktop applications.
Base Pay Range: $136,300.00 - $231,700.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808to requestaccommodation.

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

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