Senior Software Engineer (C#, .NET, C++)

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
The Instruments Group is passionate about development of state-of-the-art inspection and metrology equipment used in production and research and development environments. Organization is globally located in US, China, and Singapore. We provide critical cost-effective solutions for power electronics, LED, communications, automotive, data storage, and other related nanoelectronics and materials science applications. We partner with our customers to provide state of the art hardware and software to improve yield and lower overall production costs by supplying world-leading inspection, metrology and review systems. In addition to developing valuable product solutions, the group provides support to customers to achieve performance entitlement through sharing and implementation of application BKMs (Best Known Methods).

Analyze software requirements, and design, implement and test system control software for next generation Semiconductor Wafer Review/Inspection machines. Document requirements and design, implement the design, and have documents and code peer reviewed. Responsible for system integration and testing of software, firmware and hardware related to the features being developed. Ensures the systematic conversion of customer/program requirements into a usable consistent application.

Experience must include:

• Experience in software development using high-level programming languages such as C++, C# and .Net Framework
• Proven skills in problem solving, Computer Science fundamentals, Operating System internals, and best software programming practices;
• Proficiency in frameworks: MFC/C++ and Net/C#
• Demonstrable work experience with Object-Oriented software analysis and design using UML;
• Demonstrable track record working as a software point of contact to work with the hardware and system groups to gather feature requirements, map them to a software design and drive the feature towards completion;
• Proven experience with programming different types of hardware devices and automation systems (including Motion Control systems);
• Demonstrable expertise in developing and debugging machine control frameworks, image/data processing and related software applications; Demonstrable experience developing distributed, parallel, and multi-threaded automation software.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with +5 years' work experience, OR Master's degree with +3 years' work experience, OR PhD with 0 years' work experience

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required where permitted by law. KLA will consider reasonable accommodation as provided by applicable law. Please note that accommodation may not be possible where vaccination is required for an essential function of the position, including for international travel or customer site access.

The company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, financial planning benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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] to request accommodation.