Software Development - Instrument Control

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Base Pay Range: $79,000.00 - $134,300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 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. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.Job Description/Preferred QualificationsAs a member of the system software engineering group, you will be responsible for software development and maintenance of on-tool, back-end software. The software shall be deployed on sophisticated equipment deployed in the production of cutting-edge semiconductor chips. The software will be responsible for functions such as control of the machine, as well as diagnostics and calibrations. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop software for our industry leading inspection products. You will be a good fit if you:

• Domain knowledge in one of the following areas: Instrument Control SW (Robotics, Optics, MEMS), Image Processing, Image Computing.
• Demonstrated experience building highly scalable software systems.
• Deep conceptual understanding of multi-threaded, multi process and distributed software systems.
• Previous technical lead or project lead experience is a required. Essential Skills:
  • Object Oriented Design & Programing in Java, C# or C++
  • Software for Machine Control or Instrument Control
  • Multi-threaded applications
  • Distributed systems
  • Scripting languages like Python
  • Data Structures and algorithms
  • Interface protocols for cross language software (example: CORBA, Apache Thrift, gRPC)
  • Asynch programming in Java, C++ or C+Responsibilities:
    • Responsible for the design, development, testing and roll out of software solutions that enhance the capabilities of the KLA inspection machines.
    • Possess good communication skills to work with several hardware and software interdisciplinary teams to understand the system/marketing requirements and to map them to software requirements and design.
    • Candidate should (over time) develop deep understanding of how the system works and be able to provide software solutions for critical customer gaps or issues.
    • Develop and evaluate concepts and designs for the next generation systems by conducting trade-off studies, identifying risk items and suggest mitigation plans.
    • Work in a geographically distributed team to develop and deliver software solutions.
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where communication and collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary team is a significant part of the job. That is, coding is not the only skill needed for this job. The candidate is expected be communicate with a variety of stakeholders to understand the requirement and map out a software solution to meet the requirement before implementing the solution.Minimum QualificationsTypically requires Bachelor's degree with +5 years' work experience, OR Master's degree with +3 years' work experienceThe company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com to request accommodation.

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