Overview
On Site
USD 123,000.00 - 209,100.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Electronics
Semiconductor Fabrication
Laptop
Smartphones
Virtual Reality
Manufacturing
Innovation
Sales
Research and Development
IT Management
Engineering Management
Collaboration
Data Science
Product Strategy
Real-time
Visualization
Analytics
Design Review
Mentorship
IT Strategy
Computer Science
Software Engineering
FOCUS
Enterprise Software
C++
C#
Data Processing
Streaming
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Workflow
Big Data
CUDA
Apache HTTP Server
Linux
Microsoft Windows
Microservices
Docker
Kubernetes
Marketing Intelligence
MI
Neural Network
Program Development
Financial Planning
Training
Finance
Videoconferencing
Recruiting
Communication
Privacy
Job Details
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.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Are you ready to build, lead, and innovate at the forefront of AI? We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in data science, AI training data pipelines, and big data to design, scale, and optimize high-impact enterprise systems! If you're a hands-on technologist who thrives in high-performance environments and is ready to inspire change, mentor others, and shape the future-this is your moment. Poised to grow into a technical leadership or engineering management role, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives. Make your move now!
Job Duties, but not limited to:
Qualifications, but not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications
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
Base Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $209,100.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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 or at +1- 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 to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
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.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Are you ready to build, lead, and innovate at the forefront of AI? We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in data science, AI training data pipelines, and big data to design, scale, and optimize high-impact enterprise systems! If you're a hands-on technologist who thrives in high-performance environments and is ready to inspire change, mentor others, and shape the future-this is your moment. Poised to grow into a technical leadership or engineering management role, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives. Make your move now!
- Collaborate with brilliant minds across data science, ML engineering, and product strategy
- Build scalable systems that power real-time insights and intelligent automation
- Be part of a team that values creativity, ownership, and continuous growth
Job Duties, but not limited to:
- Designing and implementing AI training data pipelines to support scalable machine learning workflows
- Building and optimizing real-time big data systems for ingestion, processing, visualization, and analytics
- Developing high-performance in-memory data processing solutions using modern frameworks
- Architecting and delivering microservices-based platforms across Linux and Windows environments
- Leading design reviews, mentoring engineers, and crafting technical strategy
- Ensuring code quality, performance, and maintainability through standard processes
Qualifications, but not limited to:
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of demonstrated ability in software engineering with a focus on data-intensive systems.
- Experience with enterprise application development
- Strong programming skills in C++ and C#
- Deep expertise in data processing, streaming architectures, and AI/ML workflows
- Experience with big data systems; CUDA, Apache Arrow. gRPC or similar in-memory columnar data formats
- Proficiency in both Linux and Windows development environments
- Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Minimum Qualifications
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
Base Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $209,100.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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 or at +1- 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 to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
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