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Sr. Systems Engineer

KLA
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Milpitas
Sep 23, 2025
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 Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers. The FaST Division portfolio of metrology products includes hardware and software solutions for optical film thickness, optical critical dimension (CD), composition, and resistivity measurement systems. These products are essential for the IC manufacturers as they provide critical metrology capabilities for the development and implementation of their advanced IC processes. The FaST division is committed to support our customers to achieve performance entitlement of our solution and we effectively partner with our customers from their early research and development phase to the high volume in-line manufacturing implementation specific for their process needs. The division consists of a global team located in US, Israel, China, and India. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications The mission of Advanced Development group is to propose and demonstrate next generation differentiated technologies for semiconductor thin film, critical dimensions and device metrology. We are looking for an experienced, dedicated and creative Sr. System Design Engineer to investigate metrology platforms and concepts, design and analyze hardware architectures, test subsystems and work on the development of the prototype tools. The candidate will be interacting with the technology and engineering teams supporting KLA roadmap in wafer metrology. Responsibilities You will develop metrology systems from the stage of basic idea to lab prototype with responsibility to perform theoretical study, analyze architectures, develop setups, operate complex equipment, and engage with market leading suppliers for complex components and subsystems prototyping. You will derive specifications for a system by developing error budgets and performing system level sensitivity and tolerance analysis. As part of the team your responsibilities will include active participation in solution of technology limiters and performance limiters, teamwork with your peers and collaboration with Marketing, Engineering, and Management teams! Required Skills Deep technical understanding in HW technologies and Systems Engineering with the emphasis on physical optics, optical systems, lasers, plasma sources, detectors and X-ray technologies Hands-on experience in design, specification, and development of complex electro-optical and X-ray-based experimental setups Knowledge and experience in prototyping components, subsystems, and devices Strong diagnostic and trouble shooting skills in subsystems such as sources, optics and detectors Analytical skills, able to develop a system model and perform system error budget analysis Data collection and analysis using MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW Experience with scientific and statistical analysis tools Experience with X-ray, DUV, VIS-IR metrology systems is a strong advantage Independent thinker, ability to work under uncertainty with minimal directive from management Organized, able to define work plans, DOEs and communicate schedules Ability to identify and retire technical risks, manage external vendors Representative, able to present technical reviews and drive decisions Ability to influence functional groups to drive system level decisions. Understanding challenges in semiconductor process control metrology is an advantage Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 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. 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