Sr Software Engineer (C++, AI/ML, OOP, Linux)

KLA-Belgium; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K including company match

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

KLA is seeking a highly skilled software engineer to build cutting-edge C++ software for next-gen mask inspection systems. You will work with cross-functional experts to tackle complex engineering challenges and create frameworks for AI tooling.

RPC/REST APIs and Kubernetes deployment are a plus. You will develop machine control and data analysis software, integrating AI and ML capabilities to improve tool availability, while collaborating with electrical, mechanical, optical, and software

Qualifications

• PhD/MS/BS with relevant experience in C++ software for inspection systems.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in multi-threaded apps.
• Experience with RPC/REST interfaces and deployment in Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop inspection machine control software and data analytics for mask inspection systems.
• Integrate AI capabilities and evaluate training/inference flows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet system requirements.
• Optimize code for performance, scalability, and reliability.

Skills

C++ programming

Data analysis

Multi-threaded

REST RPC APIs

Linux development

Education

BS/MS/PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

Grafana

Qt

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 RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Job Summary

Build cutting-edge C++ software for next-gen mask inspection systems. Work with cross-functional experts and tackle complex, high-impact engineering challenges. Create framework for AI tooling. RPC/REST API experience is a big plus.

KLA RAPID Division is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong expertise in C++ programming and data analysis. The ideal candidate will possess excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, along with a deep understanding of multi-threaded and multi-process programming environments. Experience in RPC and REST API architectures with deployment in Kubernetes is a strong plus. In this role, you will develop machine control and data analysis software for advanced mask inspection systems. You’ll also integrate AI and machine learning capabilities into KLA systems to generate insights to improving tool availability. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams—including electrical, mechanical, optical, algorithm, and software engineers—to gain comprehensive domain knowledge and address complex system-level challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop inspection machine control software and data analytics solutions for advanced mask inspection systems. Integrate AI capabilities into production tool and evaluate different model training and inference flows. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define and implement system requirements. Optimize and maintain existing codebases to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability. Provide support during integration/test and handle escalations from customer sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or another related field.
• Proven experience in C++ programming, object-oriented design (OOD/OOP), and design patterns.
• Strong background in data analysis and debugging in multi-process multi-threaded apps.
• Strong leadership qualities, teamwork skills, and motivation for team success.
• Proficiency in Linux-based development environments.
• RPC/REST interface definitions experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with databases (PostgreSQL, Prometheus) and Observability tools (Grafana).
• Familiarity with frontend tool stacks such as Qt or other modern UI frameworks (Vue/React/Angular/Gtk).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Singularity) and Kubernetes is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate + 0 years, Master's + 3 years, or Bachelor's Degree + 5 years of related experience.

Base Pay Range: $136,300.00 - $231,700.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

Total Rewards Package

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• 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
• family care and bonding leave

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.

We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.

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.