Sr. Electrical Design Engineer (Linux, Firmware, Embedded, C++)

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(K) with company match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Job summary

KLA is seeking a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer for its Milpitas team to design and debug Linux firmware for embedded sensing systems. You will learn KLA products, contribute across power electronics, signal processing and communications, and craft system architectures spanning hardware and software interfaces.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project ownership, hardware bring-up, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver advanced inspection and metrology solutions.

Qualifications

• Academic degree with related work experience: PhD 3 years; MSc 6 years; BSc 8 years.
• Strong firmware/hardware integration skills.
• Proficiency with Linux internals, networking, and Embedded Linux build systems.
• C/C++ in embedded environment; Python knowledge.
• Experience in low-level programming - BSP coding, drivers.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary product development integrating software and electronics.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps stack & standards (git, SVN, testing automation).
• Knowledge of I2C, SPI, PCIe peripheral interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and debugging Linux firmware for embedded sensing and communications systems (cameras, sensors, etc.).
• Developing features across power electronics, signal processing and communications
• Designing system architecture from hardware interfaces to software connectivity.

Skills

Firmware debugging

Linux networking

C/C++ embedded

Python

BSP drivers

Multidisciplinary design

DevOps basics

I2C

SPI

PCIe

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Git

SVN

Testing automation

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 scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market‑leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading‑edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield‑critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Milpitas!

Responsibilities:

• Designing, implementing, and debugging of Linux firmware for embedded sensing and communications systems (cameras, sensors, etc.).

• Learning the different aspects of KLA products by developing features in various areas and fields - power electronics, signal processing and communication over different platforms.

• Design and development of the system architecture, from the perspective of hardware interfaces, sensing components, communication protocols, software and hardware connectivity, etc.

• End‑to‑End Ownership of a project or product: from concept and simulation, through development and integration and field deployment.

• Bring‑up of new hardware, working with datasheets for device configuration

Qualifications:

• Strong capabilities of solving firmware (using lab instruments) and hardware/software integration.

• Proficiency with Linux internals, networking and Embedded Linux build systems.

• Proficiency in programming in C and C++ in an embedded environment; knowledge of Python.

• Experience in low‑level programming - BSP coding, drivers.

• Experience in the design and development processes of multi‑disciplinary products which integrate software and electronics (ability to read and understand schematics).

• Familiarity with modern DevOps stack & standards (git, SVN, testing automation).

• Knowledge of various protocols to interface different peripherals: I2C, SPI, PCIe.

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: $141,300.00 - $240,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-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 [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.