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
KLA advanced computing Labs’ (ACL) mission in India is to deliver advanced parallel computing research and software architectures for AI + HPC + Cloud solutions to accelerate the performance of KLA's products. ACL explores high-risk approaches, pioneering technologies, and novel methods to accelerate KLA’s algorithms and contribute to KLA’s HPC technology roadmap. Located out of the IIT Madras Research Park in Chennai, India, we engage leading thinkers in academia, industry and KLA’s business units to create innovative parallel computing methods to enable KLA’s business growth.
Job
Description/Preferred
Qualifications
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled
Software Engineer
to join our dynamic team focused on
scientific computing and modelling solutions
. This role is ideal for engineers with a strong background in
C# or C++
, and experience developing on the
.NET/Windows platform
.
You will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of software used for
modelling and computational workflows
that support CD and thin film measurement systems. You will work closely with scientists and engineers to translate complex computational requirements into
robust, scalable, and high-performance software solutions
.
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Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain software applications using
C# or C++ on the .NET/Windows platform
.
Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate
modelling and computational requirements
into robust software solutions.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of
modelling workflows and computational systems
used in measurement applications.
Optimize code for
performance, scalability, and efficiency
in scientific computing environments.
Participate in
code reviews, testing, debugging, and validation
to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Contribute to
UI/UX design and implementation
where applicable.
Document software designs, workflows, and usage for internal and external stakeholders.
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
3–6 years of professional experience in software development.
Proficiency in
C# or C++
, with strong knowledge of the
.NET framework and Windows development
.
Experience in
scientific computing, modelling, or computationally intensive applications
.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
Experience with
High-Performance Computing (HPC), parallel computing, or distributed systems
.
Exposure to
performance tuning, GPU programming, or compute-intensive workloads
.
Familiarity with
UI/UX design principles and tools
.
Experience with
AI-assisted development tools
(e.g., Claude Code, Windsurf).
Exposure to
semiconductor, metrology, or modelling domains
is a plus.
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What We Offer
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Opportunities to work on
cutting-edge scientific modelling and engineering challenges
.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Career growth and development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) with work experience of 0 years , Master's Level Degree with work experience of 3 years , Bachelor's Level Degree with work experience of 5 years
We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
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. Please ensure that you have searched
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talent.acquisition@kla.com
to
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