KLA · 16 hours ago
Software Manager, Machine Control & Distributed Computing
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$167K/yr - $285K/yrKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. The Software Manager will build and lead a team of software engineers to enhance wafer inspection products through advanced technology and software practices, while also ensuring the development of robust and scalable software solutions.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Build and lead a team of smart software engineers to help our wafer inspection products to achieve the next level of performance through superior technology and the latest in software practices & machine learning
Need to lead the change to bring in the next generation SW architecture (in possibly newer tech stack) along with supporting the existing set of features done with the current SW tech stack
Acquire and demonstrate technical knowledge of LS-SWIFT product software
Meet product timelines with good quality software
Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various contributing factors
Ensuring that detailed designs, code, and unit tests are consistent, robust, future-proof and scalable. Understand and make design and architectural improvements on existing software
Motivated to learn newer Software technologies independently
Easily work with legacy frameworks, while embracing and implementing modern technologies and frameworks
Collaborate with cross-divisional and cross-functional teams across geographical zones to develop / deliver software solutions
Communicate effectively on technical and business topics
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of programming skills using high-level languages - C#, C++, Java, Python
Strong knowledge of Design & Architectural patterns
Good knowledge on Open source software and varied technologies (web and thick client). Have a good understanding on the strengths and weaknesses of software architectures of these technologies
Passion for building and nurturing team members and help them realize full potential
Rational thinking in arriving at a decision (technical or for project)
Good technical problem-solving skills
Functional manager experience is not a prerequisite
Build and lead a team of smart software engineers to help our wafer inspection products to achieve the next level of performance through superior technology and the latest in software practices & machine learning
Need to lead the change to bring in the next generation SW architecture (in possibly newer tech stack) along with supporting the existing set of features done with the current SW tech stack
Acquire and demonstrate technical knowledge of LS-SWIFT product software
Meet product timelines with good quality software
Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various contributing factors
Ensuring that detailed designs, code, and unit tests are consistent, robust, future-proof and scalable
Understand and make design and architectural improvements on existing software
Motivated to learn newer Software technologies independently
Easily work with legacy frameworks, while embracing and implementing modern technologies and frameworks
Collaborate with cross-divisional and cross-functional teams across geographical zones to develop / deliver software solutions
Communicate effectively on technical and business topics
Must have excellent communication, organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Must be self-driven, and a strong team player
Good understanding on High Performance computing and related technologies/aids (CPU, GPU performance comparison and related toolkits) along with Machine learning basics
Preferred
Preferred work experiences in semiconductor processing / equipment industry or product companies
Benefits
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
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
Founded in 1975
10001+ employees
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