The role is for a research scientist or software engineer within KLA's Global Products Group, specifically in the RAPID division, which focuses on reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The team is dedicated to ensuring high lithography yields and cost-effective manufacturing processes. Candidates will work on advanced chip design technologies and contribute to the development of metrology and inspection products. The environment is dynamic, with a strong emphasis on innovation and problem-solving.

• A Doctorate degree with no related work experience, a Master's degree with 3 years of related work experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related work experience is required.
• Proficiency in Object Oriented Design and Programming in C/C++ is essential.
• Experience with distributed and HPC systems, as well as multi-threaded and multi-process software development is necessary.
• Strong skills in Linux system programming and scripting using Python are required.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

• Develop and implement software solutions for metrology and inspection products.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to enhance semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Utilize object-oriented design principles to create efficient software applications.
• Engage in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues within high-performance computing systems.
• Contribute to the innovation and development of advanced chip design technologies.

• 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.