Software Engineer (C#/C++/.NET)

Company Overview

Filmetrics, a KLA company, is the market leader in 3D optical surface profiling and thin-film thickness measurement systems. Filmetrics products combine innovative hardware solutions with intuitive, easy to use software, tied together with a pioneering online platform. Filmetrics is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

As a Senior Software Engineer on this team, you will design, develop, release, and support the software for our families of surface profiler, thin film, sheet resistance and nanoindentation measurement instruments, using innovative technologies and the latest advancements in software engineering and AI/ML/DL!

Responsibilities:

• Deliver well-defined features/components with high-level guidance: estimate work, communicate risks/tradeoffs, and deliver on schedule

• Collaborate cross-functionally across the development lifecycle to define architecture and create system- and subsystem-level requirements/specifications

• Implement and debug multithreaded code and support integration across system/subsystem boundaries (including hardware/software interfaces)

• Develop C#/.NET and C++ software for GUI and data analysis; write maintainable code and use AI-assisted tools responsibly under company security policies

• Build robust unit/integration tests and use profiling to improve performance, memory usage, reliability, and security

• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from stakeholders and subject matter experts

• Troubleshoot system/subsystem issues using logs and experiments; contribute to root-cause analysis, implement fixes with guidance, and help prevent recurrence

• Demonstrate motivation to independently learn and apply new software technologies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (required) + 5yrs relevant experience; Master’s or advanced degree (desired) + 3yrs experience in Software, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or Physics.

• A solid understanding and demonstrated track record in the practice of software engineering fundamentals, including architecture, data structures, design patterns, event-driven design, multithreaded design, testing, and debugging.

• Experience with:
      Microsoft .NET languages including VB.NET and C#
      C++ programming
      Microsoft Visual Studio development environment
      Source code control systems such as Git

• Adherence to software design and coding standards

• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, interdisciplinary engineering groups, customers, and suppliers, including delivering clear technical presentations

• Adept at collaborating with teams across the US, Europe, and Asia

• Self-driven individual with strong technical ability, a systematic approach, and excellent problem-solving skills

Preferred:

• Experience contributing to architecture and design for complex subsystems and influencing technical decisions through strong design and code reviews

• Experience improving performance and diagnostics/observability for system-level software

• Experience collaborating across teams on system integration and software releases for complex systems

• Experience delivering AI/ML capabilities in products

• UX skills including wireframing, prototyping, and user flow design

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

Base Pay Range: $122,700.00 - $208,600.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-San Diego-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.

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