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HPC Product Development Engineer

KLA

Location

Milpitas, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/10/2026

Compensation

$95,000 - $161,500 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
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·FY 2025

Job description

The role involves assisting in the development and maintenance of customized Windows OS images at KLA, a leader in semiconductor manufacturing technology. The position is part of the LS-SWIFT Division, which focuses on patterned wafer inspection systems. The team emphasizes collaboration with hardware engineering, software development, and system integration to enhance production environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to learn and contribute to system automation and diagnostics.

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of computer systems, including basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking concepts.
  • Exposure to scripting or programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash through coursework, labs, internships, or personal projects.
  • Strong desire to learn Windows operating system internals, configuration, and automation.
  • Ability to write clear technical documentation and follow established processes.
  • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of customized Windows OS images aligned with KLA’s hardware and software requirements.
  • Learn and use PowerShell scripting to help automate system configuration and basic diagnostic tasks.
  • Apply a test-driven or validation-focused approach to improve reliability and maintainability.
  • Create and update documentation for processes, configurations, and tools under mentorship from senior team members.
  • Support the development of diagnostic scripts that integrate with existing diagnostic suites to aid in system troubleshooting.
  • Participate in team meetings, design discussions, and code walkthroughs to learn standard methodologies, share progress, and receive feedback.

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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