Site Reliability Engineer - Linux

Base Pay Range: $94,400.00 - $160,500.00

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

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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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Network Linux Engineers are core to KLA’s technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Network Linux Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

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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.
 

We are seeking a Network Linux Engineer with a validated background in network architecture and management. In this role, you will Support the Infrastructure Architecture Teams as we bring an HPC from Infancy to Enterprise through Digital Transformation Initiatives! You will identify and assess our Developer requirements and uncover solutions, recommend, plan and drive these solutions to Production. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience configuring various network tools. As a key member of our team, you will be crafting, implementing, and maintaining a robust and scalable network infrastructure!

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement network architectures to meet business requirements
• Lead and maintain OpenVPN configurations for secure remote access
• Configure Nginx as a reverse proxy and load balancer
• Implement HAProxy for high availability and scalability
• Bridge virtual networks to ensure detailed communication between segments
• Design and deploy Kubernetes (K8s) networking configurations for containerized applications
• Solve network issues using tools like Wireshark, Tcpdump, and NetFlow
• Collaborate with other teams to develop and implement network-related projects
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Linux distributions, network technologies, and security standard processes.

Requirements:

• 5 years minimum of demonstrated ability with Linux-based systems
• Solid grasp of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
• Hands-on experience leading OpenVPN, Nginx, HAProxy, and K8s
• Familiarity with bridging and virtual networks
• Experience with DNS/DHCP Registration services (e.g., Bind, ISC DHCP)
• Strong scripting skills in languages like Bash or Python
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Experience with OpenStack
• Familiarity with automation tools like Ansible or SaltStack
• Certification in CompTIA Network+ or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

The 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 [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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