Software Developer (Instrumentation/Machine Control)

Base Pay Range: $94,400.00 - $160,500.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

What you will be doing:

KLA makes industrial systems that are indispensable for manufacturing of semiconductors! These systems involve sophisticated hardware, firmware, software and high-performance compute.

The system software engineering position is a core function of our onsite Ann Arbor Software Engineering team! You have the responsibility for controlling various pieces of hardware that form our system as well as coordinating between them. Most of the work will be done using Java at a higher level in the software stack. Successful candidates will have very strong software engineering skills as well as a passion for working with hardware (non-compute mechanical hardware).

This position will have the following responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, development, testing and roll out of software solutions that improve the capabilities of the KLA inspection machines.
• Engage with several hardware and software interdisciplinary teams to understand the system/marketing requirements and to map them to software. Develop a deep understanding of how the system works and be able to provide software solutions for critical customer gaps or issues.
• Develop and evaluate concepts and designs for the next generation systems by conducting trade-off studies, identifying risk items and suggest mitigation plans.
• Partner with a geographically distributed team to develop and deliver software solutions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where communication and collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary team is a significant part of the job.

What we want to see:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Previous experience as a Software Engineer or Software Developer working on machine control (non-compute hardware), automation, or instrumentation.
• Excellent software engineering skills, including applied knowledge of OOP, design patterns, distributed systems, multiprogramming, and microservices.
• Proficiency in writing, deploying, and maintaining production code in C++, C#, or JAVA.
• Familiarity with interface protocols for cross language software such as CORBA, Apache Thrift, gRPC or similar technologies.
• Ability to take abstract problem statements and detail them out into concrete requirements and design through collaborative discussions.

What will make you stand out from the crowd:

• A passion and consistent record of crafting software that controls and manipulates real life hardware.
• Deep understanding of software engineering concepts (operating systems, programming languages, OOP, design patterns etc).
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements and environments.
• Ownership for the software components you develop and maintain as a single person product owner within your domain of responsibility.
• A collaborative and proactive demeanor that develops positive relationships with your peers and team members.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires Bachelor's degree with +5 years' work experience, OR Master's degree with +3 years' work experience or relevant experience.

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.