Experienced Software Engineer

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

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. First to deliver the best imaging and classification data for every defect or point on any layer at any time. EBeam’s mission encapsulates its role as the “eyes” of KLA’s product line, providing timely information on defects and critical locations on the wafer at the highest spatial resolution possible. Customers use EBeam products alongside KLA patterned and bare wafer inspectors to quickly understand the nature of defects and other imperfections on product wafers and take action to correct the manufacturing process.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

At KLA, we don’t just build software, we enable breakthroughs that power the next generation of technology. Our eBeam Division is looking for a passionate Experienced Software Engineer to join a team that is shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing, driving innovations that improve lives worldwide.

Why Join KLA?

• Impact That Matters: Your work will directly influence cutting-edge products used by the world’s leading technology companies.
• Collaborate Globally: Work alongside top talent across multiple regions and disciplines in a culture that values innovation and excellence.
• Grow Without Limits: From designing and leading feature development to delivering end-to-end solutions, you’ll have opportunities to learn, lead, and make a difference.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop high-quality, scalable software solutions for current and next-generation products.
• Own the full software development lifecycle—from requirements to delivery—while advocating clean coding practices.
• Analyze complex requirements, improve usability and performance, and develop prototypes for new concepts.
• Solve challenging problems that span systems and organizations, applying optimal architecture principles for multi-product scalability.

What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on experience in software development with C#, C++ or Java. Knowledge of Python is advantageous.
• Educational background in Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience of numerical programming, computation mathematics and algorithms, or image processing is preferred.
• Comfort and proficiency with object-oriented programming (OOP) languages.
• Experience in mechatronics would be advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in software design, debugging, testing, and documentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams and geographies

What Sets You Apart

You’re a big-picture thinker with strong computer science fundamentals, an innovator who loves connecting the dots, and someone who thrives on delivering indispensable value to customers.

This role will involve occasional travel of approximately 10%

What will we offer you?

KLA’s benefits package includes:

Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, life assurance, generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.

Minimum Qualifications

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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