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Kla

Algorithm Software Architecture

Kla
Milpitas, CAPosted 7 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full time3+ years exp

About the role

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale - faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology. Group/Division The Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit designs, builds and sells KLA's product portfolio to help chip manufacturers meet high-quality standards for technologies like AI, data centers, automotive and electronic devices. Our inspection, metrology, and analytics systems detect and monitor defects across logic and memory chips, specialty semiconductors, wafers, reticles, advanced packaging, process equipment and materials. We also develop technologies for specialty processes, IC substrates, and PCB manufacturing, including etch and deposition, component inspection, and imaging and analytics. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) division delivers industry-leading metrology solutions essential to advanced semiconductor manufacturing. Its portfolio includes systems for measuring film thickness, critical dimensions, composition, and resistivity - key to developing and scaling next-gen IC processes. FaST partners closely with customers from early R&D through high-volume production, ensuring performance and process alignment.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

Overview

We are seeking a

Senior Algorithm Software Architect

to lead design and delivery of

GPU‑accelerated, high‑performance computing

software. You will set architectural direction, coach engineers, and partner with product and domain experts to deliver scalable, reliable systems for large‑scale compute and data workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Own the end‑to‑end

software architecture

for HPC/GPU platforms (services, libraries, data pipelines, deployment)

  • Lead

technical strategy

, decision records, define candidate architectures, lead design reviews and drive decisions; drive clear trade‑offs for performance, reliability, and maintainability

  • Design and implement

GPU kernels

and frameworks (e.g.,

CUDA

,

OpenCL

,

NCCL

), optimizing for throughput, latency, and memory use

  • Guide

parallel and distributed computing

patterns (MPI, multi‑GPU scaling, heterogeneous compute)

  • Establish

performance engineering

practices: profiling, benchmarking, regression performance gates (Nsight Systems/Compute, nvprof)

  • Collaborate across functions; convert requirements into

clear technical plans

, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes

  • Uphold

engineering excellence

: coding standards, code reviews, test strategies, observability, security considerations

  • Mentor engineers; provide

technical leadership

on design, delivery, and career growth.

  • Communicate architecture, risks, and status to executives and stakeholders with

clarity and candor

.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in software engineering; 5+ years in

software architecture

for HPC or large‑scale systems

  • Expert in

C++ (17/20)

and one scripting language (Python preferred) •

GPU programming

expertise (

CUDA

,

OpenCL

); strong knowledge of GPU memory hierarchies, streams, occupancy

  • Hands‑on with

parallel/distributed

stacks (MPI, NCCL, gRPC) and

Linux

performance tooling

  • Experience with

cluster orchestration

(Slurm, Kubernetes), CI/CD, and containerization (Docker)

  • Track record of

technical leadership

and exceptional

communication

with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

  • Multi‑node, multi‑GPU scaling; mixed precision; numerical methods and algorithms.
  • Experience with

H200/H100/A100/L40S

‑class accelerators and modern profiling workflows.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us. Total Rewards Base Pay Range: $186,200.00 - $316,500.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-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. Use of AI Statement At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews - whether virtual or in person - is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset. Equal Opportunity Statement KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.

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Skills

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