KLA Tencor

Software Engineer 3

KLA Tencor$115K — $197K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in relevant field or Master's with 4 years, or Bachelor's with 6 years of experience
  • Proven experience in developing multidisciplinary software-hardware systems
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and/or C#
  • Hands-on experience with multithreading and multiprocessing
  • Experience in software development on Windows and/or Linux systems
  • Strong analytical skills focused on debugging complex systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain software for complex software/hardware systems
  • Build high-performance applications using C++, C#, .NET Core, and .NET Framework
  • Develop and optimize multithreaded and multiprocessing applications
  • Collaborate with hardware and algorithm teams for software integration
  • Diagnose and resolve system-level issues
  • Leverage AI tools to enhance development workflows
  • Contribute to architectural design and technical decision-making

Benefits

  • Participation in performance incentive programs
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(K) with company matching
  • Tuition reimbursement and student debt assistance
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Career development and growth opportunities
Full Job Description
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 Optical Metrology Division products are used for optical overlay metrology. The portfolio of products includes unique solution packages which are based on hardware and software systems to enhance yield and effectiveness. As a world leader in its field of expertise, the division's products are the most advanced in performance (measurement accuracy of nanometers and below), reliability, ease of use and compatibility with other KLA's products. KLA (Israel) controls over 80% of the world market sales in its field, and its products are used by every major semiconductor manufacturer around the world. KLA Israel is located in the Migdal Haemek Industrial Park.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with strong experience in multidisciplinary software-hardware systems. The ideal candidate thrives in complex system environments, demonstrates deep technical expertise in multithreaded/multiprocessing software, and brings a strong troubleshooting mindset to solve challenging, real-world problems in semiconductor equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain software components for complex SW/HW integrated systems
  • Build high-performance, scalable applications leveraging C++, C#, .NET Core, and .NET Framework on Windows and Linux platforms
  • Develop and optimize multithreaded and multiprocessing applications for performance-critical systems
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, systems, and algorithm teams to integrate software into end-to-end solutions
  • Diagnose and resolve system-level issues using strong debugging and troubleshooting techniques
  • Leverage AI tools and technologies to accelerate development, testing, and analysis workflows
  • Contribute to system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making
  • Communicate technical concepts clearly through presentations, documentation, and cross-team discussions


Minimum Qualifications
  • Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 1 years; master's Level Degree and related work experience of 4 years; bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years
  • Proven experience developing and troubleshooting multidisciplinary SW/HW systems
  • Strong programming expertise in C++ and/or C#
  • Experience with multithreading and multiprocessing concepts
  • Hands-on experience developing applications on Windows and/or Linux operating systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on debugging complex systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication


Base Pay Range: $115,900.00 - $197,000.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-OR-Hillsboro-Beaverton-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.

About KLA Tencor

KLA Corporation is a global capital equipment company that provides process control solutions for semiconductor and related industries. The Company's products are also used in a number of other high technology industries, including the packaging, light emitting diode (LED), power device and compound semiconductor markets. Its products and services are used by bare wafer, integrated circuit (IC), lithography reticle (reticle or mask) and disk manufacturers around the world. The Company's inspection and metrology products and related offerings are categorized in various groups, including Chip Manufacturing, Wafer Manufacturing, Reticle Manufacturing, LED, Power Device and Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing, Data Storage Media/Head Manufacturing, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Manufacturing, and General Purpose/Lab Applications.
Learn more about KLA Tencor
Size
11,300 employees
Market Cap
$52 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+21.5%
Revenue
$6 billion
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