Sr. Software Project Engineer

KLA • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

Join the team advancing next‑generation EBeam technology and help shape the future of semiconductor inspection, one electron at a time.

Requirements

• Education background in Engineering or Software
• Strong experience in software development for sophisticated systems.'
• Experience leading a sophisticated software product from conception to delivery.
• Validated ability to solve deep technical problems across software, hardware, and system boundaries.
• Ability to partner effectively with cross‑disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, applications, marketing).
• Comfort working in fast‑paced R&D environments where priorities evolve.
• Systems‑level approach: understanding how software, hardware, and physics fit together.
• Interest or background in physics, optics, electron beam systems, or related fields.
• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of ground breaking EBeam tool software.
• Drive multi-functional planning, execution, tracking, and course correction.
• Take on sophisticated software and system‑level challenges with creativity and persistence.
• Work with applications engineers and marketing to define feature requirements and priorities.
• Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers to optimize software‑hardware interactions.
• Think beyond software—propose comprehensive, system‑level solutions.
• Bring curiosity and interest in physics, optics, and how electrons shape the world.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level