HPC Product Development Engineer

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 161,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, California, is seeking a motivated individual to assist in developing customized Windows OS images for production systems. You'll have the opportunity to learn PowerShell scripting, collaborate with engineers, and ensure system reliability.

The ideal candidate will have foundational knowledge of computer systems and a strong desire to understand Windows internals. Benefits include participation in performance incentive programs and various healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of computer systems and hardware.
• Desire to learn about Windows OS internals and automation.
• Ability to write clear technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of customized Windows OS images.
• Learn to automate system configuration using PowerShell.
• Create documentation under mentorship.

Skills

PowerShell scripting

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Exposure to scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, etc.)

Tools

Windows OS

Networking concepts

Job description

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 scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The LS‑SWIFT Division of KLA’s Global Products Group provides patterned wafer inspection systems for high‑volume semiconductor manufacturing. Its mission is to deliver market‑leading cost of ownership in defect detection for a broad range of applications in the production of semiconductors. Customers from the foundry, logic, memory, automotive, MEMS, advanced packaging and other markets rely upon high‑sample wafer inspection information generated by LS‑SWIFT products. LS (Laser Scanning) systems enable cost‑effective patterned wafer defect detection for the industry's most sophisticated process technologies deployed in leading‑edge foundry, logic, DRAM, and NAND fabs. SWIFT (Simultaneous Wafer Inspection at Fast Throughput) systems deliver all‑wafer‑surface (frontside, backside, and edge) macro inspection that is critical for automotive IC, MEMS, and advanced packaging processes as well as foundry/logic and memory fabs. LS‑SWIFT operates from a global footprint that includes the U.S., Singapore, India and Germany, and serves a worldwide customer base across Asia, Europe and North America.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of customized Windows OS images aligned with KLA's hardware and software requirements.
• Learn and use PowerShell scripting to help automate system configuration and basic diagnostic tasks.
• Apply a test‑driven or validation‑focused approach to improve reliability and maintainability.
• Create and update documentation for processes, configurations, and tools under mentorship from senior team members.
• Support the development of diagnostic scripts that integrate with existing diagnostic suites to aid in system troubleshooting.
• Work closely with multi‑functional teams—including hardware engineering, software development, and system integration—to learn how Windows‑based systems are deployed and supported in production environments.
• Participate in team meetings, design discussions, and code walkthroughs to learn standard methodologies, share progress, and receive feedback.

Minimum Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of computer systems, including basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and/or networking concepts.
• Exposure to scripting or programming languages through coursework, labs, internships, or personal projects (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar).
• Strong desire to learn Windows operating system internals, configuration, and automation.
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and follow established processes.
• Good problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Base Pay Range: $95,000.00 – $161,500.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA‑CA‑Milpitas
Benefits 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. Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Pay depends on factors such as state minimum wage rates, location, job‑related skills, experience, and education level or training. We are committed to complying with applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements.

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 [e-mail] or at +1‑408‑352‑2808 to request accommodation.