Software Engineer (Embedded Software/Firmware Development) at KLA in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Job Description:

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 in 2019 we invested 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

The Global Service Support Organization (GSS) team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The GSS organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Responsibilities will include:

• Participation in a design team supporting the development of an electronics subsystem, board-level design, electronics subsystem integration, and system-level testing



• Programming, solving and debugging with detailed knowledge in machine control and multi-threaded programming environment, software application or device layer programming


• Working with manufacturing service teams to support a smooth product transition into manufacturing and the field

The successful candidate will possess:

• Structure and coding Knowledge of Embedded C,RTOS(VxWorks or Linux is a plus)


• Experience in diagnosing and resolving issues related to device, board configuration, boot sequences, firmware.


• Experience with implementing and debugging low-level drivers and communication protocols for hardware serial interfaces like UART, SPI, I2C and RS232.


• Experience with oscilloscope and I2C/SPI protocol analyzer to debug firmware with HW schematic.


• A highly motivated individual able to work in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global organization as a driven teammate


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) or work experience of 0 years , Master's Level Degree or work experience of 2 years , Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 3 years

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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 talent.acquisition@kla.com to request accommodation.

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