Jobs at KLA

Develops and deploys software components across distributed nodes, manages multiple software instances, investigates and resolves software issues, performs code reviews, documents solutions, and collaborates with cross-functional teams. The role also requires identifying technical risks, supporting quality and customer teams, and applying containerization, orchestration, databases, observability, inter-process communication, and automation technologies.

Develop and support complex software for semiconductor wafer inspection systems using Java, .NET, C#, and C++. Responsibilities include software design, architecture, debugging, development lifecycle activities, cross-functional collaboration, product support, and deployment. The role requires understanding Windows and potentially Linux, HPC, Win32, and inspector software, while collaborating globally and traveling to KLA and customer sites as needed.

Lead global cloud operations across AWS, Azure, and GCP, managing distributed teams and 24x7 support. Responsibilities include service delivery, incident management, governance, security, monitoring, disaster recovery, business continuity, cloud financial operations, cost optimization, capacity planning, and executive reporting. The role requires maintaining highly available, reliable, secure, and compliant enterprise cloud platforms while standardizing operating models and operational processes.

Develops and maintains PLC software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment using IEC 61131-3, Structured Text, Beckhoff TwinCAT, modular function blocks, fieldbus communication, and machine interfaces. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, software design, development, simulation, unit testing, root-cause analysis, risk mitigation, technical estimation, and process improvement. The role collaborates with systems, software, hardware, electronics, and partner teams and may require short-term international customer assignments.

Designs, automates, and scales infrastructure, systems, CI/CD pipelines, and services supporting software products. Integrates AI capabilities into DevOps workflows, manages cloud infrastructure with Infrastructure as Code, operates containerized applications, and develops automation scripts. Collaborates with software, quality, and infrastructure teams to improve delivery reliability and productivity. Participates in incident response, root cause analysis, platform modernization, architecture discussions, and engineering standardization.

Leads and mentors DevSecOps and security engineering teams while integrating SAST, DAST, vulnerability management, secrets management, and cloud-native security into enterprise CI/CD pipelines. Designs secure architectures for applications, APIs, containers, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code. Drives Secure SDLC, threat modeling, security initiatives, observability, and automation across Agile, Scrum, and SAFe environments while influencing technical and executive stakeholders.

Develop and maintain PLC software and simulations for machine functions using IEC 61131-3, Structured Text, Beckhoff TwinCAT, and modular function blocks. Perform requirements analysis, software design, development, unit testing, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions. Collaborate with engineering, software, hardware, electronics, and partner teams; contribute to project estimation, risk mitigation, process improvements, and LIS product expertise. Short-term travel to Germany, the USA, and customer locations is required.

Develop and maintain PLC software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including simulation concepts, modular IEC 61131-3 applications, Structured Text logic, fieldbus communication, machine interfaces, requirements analysis, software design, unit testing, and root-cause correction. Collaborate with engineering and development teams, contribute to project estimation and process improvements, manage technical risks, and support LIS product software. Travel to Germany, the United States, and customer locations may be required.

Serve as the primary technical customer-facing engineer for PCB and advanced packaging applications. Provide demonstrations, validate product performance, capture feedback to drive product improvements, lead application development initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and track project progress to ensure successful customer implementations.

Build AI systems and solutions using machine learning, deep learning, and large language models. Prototype models with Python and common ML libraries, develop deep learning architectures, fine-tune transformer models, and implement retrieval-augmented generation using vector databases. Apply feature engineering, model selection, optimization, and validation techniques while working with SQL, data pipelines, Git, Jupyter, and Docker. Communicate technical trade-offs clearly and own experimentation and problem-solving efforts.

Supports Broadband Plasma systems across development, service readiness, field support, and reliability improvement. Serves as the technical interface among design, manufacturing, quality, marketing, technical support, and field teams. Performs system integration, calibration, troubleshooting, customer support, data analysis, root-cause investigation, technical reporting, serviceability validation, diagnostic and software improvements, documentation, training, and small project leadership. Requires 25% domestic and international travel.

Lead end-to-end software feature development, including requirements, architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and support. Build scalable backend services, REST APIs, microservices, and distributed applications using Java and Spring Boot. Troubleshoot complex issues, support production operations, participate in design reviews, and promote engineering best practices. Collaborate across global teams and mentor colleagues while improving software quality, automation, tooling, reliability, and maintainability.

The Manager of Software Test Automation will lead a hybrid team to enhance software quality, establish testing processes, and oversee automation within the PCB division, interacting closely with global R&D.

Lead the development of software for SPx products by applying technical knowledge, managing project requirements, and leading teams to deliver quality solutions while ensuring software design is scalable and robust.

Develop and maintain full-stack software for high-throughput wafer inspection and review systems. Collaborate with hardware, algorithms, and systems teams to design, validate, and optimize compute-intensive workloads. Rapidly learn new domains, use AI-assisted coding tools, contribute to testing, CI/CD, performance tuning, and cross-team communication.

Lead and grow a software engineering team to design and deliver scalable, fault-tolerant distributed image-computing platforms. Drive architecture for hybrid CPU/GPU workloads, enable developer productivity, collaborate with product/hardware/algorithm teams, and manage full lifecycle from requirements through deployment and maintenance.

Design and improve electron-beam imaging products for semiconductor inspection: specify SW/algorithms/HW, run experiments, model and analyze data, integrate and characterize subsystems (optics, detectors, HV, vacuum, wafer handling), support customers onsite, and present technical results. Heavy travel required.

Lead algorithm design and development for wafer inspection products, delivering image processing, computer vision, and machine learning solutions. Define performance requirements, mentor engineers, support system integration, validate and deploy algorithms, and ensure software quality and reliability.

Lead software development for KLA Surfscan SPx semiconductor inspection products. Responsibilities include software architecture, detailed design, coding, unit testing, requirements analysis, technical estimation, risk mitigation, and improving development processes. The role requires expertise in C#, C++, COM, .NET, object-oriented development, enterprise applications, and relational database design. It also involves leading small technical teams, collaborating across business and technical groups, and occasional travel to customer sites.

Leads software development for semiconductor inspection systems by improving architecture, designing scalable software, writing robust code and unit tests, assessing technical risks and requirements, and troubleshooting performance issues. Requires strong C++ and Linux expertise, parallel and distributed computing knowledge, performance optimization, cloud-native technologies, containers, messaging frameworks, serialization, and RPC. Collaborates with technical managers, project teams, and customers, contributes to estimation and planning, and travels occasionally for customer assignments.