The Systems Software Engineer position at KLA is a core function of software engineering focused on controlling hardware components within complex semiconductor manufacturing systems. The role requires a deep understanding of system and software architecture while mentoring junior team members. Successful candidates will work with cross-functional teams to develop software for industry-leading inspection products. This position emphasizes strong software engineering skills and the ability to deliver solutions for cutting-edge semiconductor production.

• Doctorate (Academic) or work experience of 2 years, Master's Level Degree or work experience of 4 years, Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 5 years.
• Domain knowledge in areas such as Instrument Control SW, Image Processing, or Image Computing.
• Demonstrated experience building highly scalable software systems.
• Deep conceptual understanding of multi-threaded, multi-process, and distributed software systems.
• Previous technical lead experience.

• Design, develop, test, and roll out software solutions that enhance the capabilities of KLA inspection machines.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary teams to understand system requirements and map them to software solutions.
• Develop a deep understanding of how the system works and provide software solutions for critical customer gaps.
• Conduct trade-off studies, identify risk items, and suggest mitigation plans for next-generation systems.
• Mentor junior team members in coding and cross-functional interactions with hardware and systems engineers.

• Employees at KLA are often offered competitive pay with bonuses, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, and financial perks like student-debt assistance, planning support, and group insurance discounts. Health and lifestyle benefits typically include medical/dental/vision, life and other voluntary coverages, paid time off and holidays, family leave, backup care, wellness rewards, gym discounts, and community-volunteering opportunities. Employees also get strong growth support through tuition reimbursement, KLA’s corporate learning center, education awards, and engineering certification programs.