Software Developer

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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain software components for advanced semiconductor systems.

• Participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.

• Develop robust, maintainable, and high-quality code following software engineering best practices.

• Investigate and resolve software defects, performance issues, and customer-reported problems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, QA, and Field Support.

• Create and maintain technical documentation.

• Support product releases and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in code reviews and promote software quality standards.

• Learn and adopt new technologies, tools, and development methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• 3+ years of software development experience, or equivalent hands-on experience gained through military service, internships, or significant academic projects.

• Strong programming skills in C#/.NET and object-oriented design.

• Good understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns.

• Experience with multithreaded programming and debugging.

• Familiarity with Windows-based application development.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern .NET technologies.

• Familiarity with database technologies and SQL.

• Experience working with hardware-integrated systems.

• Experience in industrial automation, machine control, or semiconductor-related environments.

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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