Software Engineering Manager

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, chip makers 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.

First to deliver the best imaging and classification data for every defect or point on any layer at any time. EBeam’s mission encapsulates its role as the “eyes” of KLA’s product line, providing timely information on defects and critical locations on the wafer at the highest spatial resolution possible. Customers use EBeam products alongside KLA patterned and bare wafer inspectors to quickly understand the nature of defects and other imperfections on product wafers and take action to correct the manufacturing process.

Job Description /Preferred Qualifications

What You’ll Do

At KLA, we’re not just building software—we’re solving real‑world physics problems that drive the future of computing. Our tools enable the development of next‑generation CPUs, GPUs, and AI chips, and we’re looking for a Software Engineering Manager who is passionate about hands‑on coding, software design and leading high‑impact engineering teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining robust software applications.

• Applying expert‑level Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) skills, including SOLID principles and multi‑threaded programming.

• Leading architecture and implementation using C++, Java, and Python.

• Solving complex engineering challenges with advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design.

• Conducting thorough code reviews and implementing standard processes.

• Mentoring junior and mid‑level engineers to foster a culture of continuous learning.

• Collaborating with multi‑functional teams to define and deliver impactful features.

• Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks and system reliability issues.

• Staying ahead of industry trends and driving innovation within the engineering organization.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of hands‑on experience in software development with C#, C++ or Java.

• Educational background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentorship are essential for driving complex, multi‑team software projects to success while guiding architectural and design decisions across large, collaborative teams.

• Comfort and proficiency with object‑oriented programming (OOP) languages.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Proficiency in software design, debugging, testing, and documentation.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams and geographies.

Why Join Us?

• Work on ground breaking technologies and critically important systems.

• Lead and influence projects from day one.

• Be part of a…