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Software Manager, Machine Control & Distributed Computing

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In-Office
Milpitas, CA
167K-285K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
Milpitas, CA
167K-285K Annually
Mid level
Lead a team of software engineers to enhance wafer inspection products using advanced technologies. Responsible for architecture updates, quality software delivery, and collaboration across teams.
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Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The LS-SWIFT Division of KLA’s Global Products Group provides patterned wafer inspection systems for high-volume semiconductor manufacturing. Its mission is to deliver market-leading cost of ownership in defect detection for a broad range of applications in the production of semiconductors. Customers from the foundry, logic, memory, automotive, MEMS, advanced packaging and other markets rely upon high-sample wafer inspection information generated by LS-SWIFT products. LS (Laser Scanning) systems enable cost-effective patterned wafer defect detection for the industry’s most sophisticated process technologies deployed in leading-edge foundry, logic, DRAM, and NAND fabs. SWIFT (Simultaneous Wafer Inspection at Fast Throughput) systems deliver all-wafer-surface (frontside, backside, and edge) macro inspection that is critical for automotive IC, MEMS, and advanced packaging processes as well as foundry/logic and memory fabs. LS-SWIFT operates from a global footprint that includes the US, Singapore, India and Germany, and serves a worldwide customer base across Asia, Europe and North America.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • Strong understanding of programming skills using high-level languages - C#, C++, Java, Python
  • Strong knowledge of Design & Architectural patterns
  • Good knowledge on Open source software and varied technologies (web and thick client). Have a good understanding on the strengths and weaknesses of software architectures of these technologies
  • Passion for building and nurturing team members and help them realize full potential
  • Rational thinking in arriving at a decision (technical or for project) 
  • Good technical problem-solving skills
  • Functional manager experience is not a prerequisite

Job Scope:

  • Build and lead a team of smart software engineers to help our wafer inspection products to achieve the next level of performance through superior technology and the latest in software practices & machine learning. You will bring your proven experience in leading a team of engineers to conceive, design and deploy robust/scalable software for high-volume production and real time applications.
  • Need to lead the change to bring in the next generation SW architecture (in possibly newer tech stack) along with supporting the existing set of features done with the current SW tech stack
  • Acquire and demonstrate technical knowledge of LS-SWIFT product software 
  • Meet product timelines with good quality software 
  • Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various contributing factors 
  • Ensuring that detailed designs, code, and unit tests are consistent, robust, future-proof and scalable. Understand and make design and architectural improvements on existing software. 
  • Motivated to learn newer Software technologies independently
  • Easily work with legacy frameworks, while embracing and implementing modern technologies and frameworks
  • Collaborate with cross-divisional and cross-functional teams across geographical zones to develop / deliver software solutions
  • Communicate effectively on technical and business topics

Minimum Qualifications

  • Preferred work experiences in semiconductor processing / equipment industry or product companies  
  • Must have excellent communication, organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Must be self-driven, and a strong team player
  • Good understanding on High Performance computing and related technologies/aids (CPU, GPU performance comparison and related toolkits) along with Machine learning basics

Base Pay Range: $167,400.00 - $284,600.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

               

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees.  KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings.  KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers.  If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Top Skills

C#
C++
Java
Python
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KLA Milpitas, California, USA Office

3 Technology Dr, Milpitas, CA, United States, 95035

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