Job description
The Lead FPGA Engineer will join KLA's Central Engineering team in Milpitas, focusing on the development and integration of complex FPGA code for high-performance imaging systems. This role requires collaboration with software and system teams to ensure seamless subsystem integration. The engineer will also be responsible for creating technical documentation that meets quality standards. KLA emphasizes innovation and problem-solving, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about advancing technology.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree with no related work experience, Master's degree with 3 years of related work experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related work experience.
- Familiarity with FPGA RTL code and high-speed digital circuitry design.
- Understanding of timing analysis, CDC analysis, and constraints at the PCB/FPGA interface.
- Experience with Xilinx/Altera FPGA RTL design using SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL.
- Solid knowledge of electrical engineering principles and mixed signal electronics design.
Responsibilities
- Drive the development, test, and integration of complex FPGA code for high-performance imaging systems independently.
- Actively participate in the subsystem integration process collaborating with software and system teams.
- Write technical documentation that meets defined quality standards for manufacturing and service as required.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Kla Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
63
FY2026
Approval rate
96.3%
FY2026
LCA certified
84
FY2026
Entry-level share
7.1%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-2%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-79%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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