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HPC Hardware Engineer

KLA

Location

Milpitas, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/10/2026

Compensation

$95,000 - $161,500 per year

Master's Entry-Level
Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.8%·Filings 803·New hires 321·
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·FY 2025

Job description

The role focuses on designing and configuring high-performance computing (HPC) clusters within KLA's Global Products Group. The team is dedicated to creating metrology and inspection products for semiconductor manufacturing. Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate clusters into larger systems and support performance optimization. This position is ideal for individuals with a foundational knowledge of computer architecture and a passion for problem-solving.

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of computer architecture including CPU, memory, storage, and networking.
  • Basic understanding of Linux systems and operating system concepts.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Master's Level Degree with 0 years related work experience or Bachelor's Level Degree with 2 years related work experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design and configure HPC clusters to optimize performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Assist with hardware selection and support the testing and troubleshooting of components.
  • Help integrate clusters into larger product systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Contribute to benchmarking, system tuning, and resolving hardware/software interaction issues.
  • Document designs, procedures, and troubleshooting steps while contributing to engineering best practices.

Benefits

  • 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.

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