HPC Hardware Engineer

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. Our systems and solutions are used in the manufacturing of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panel displays. We invest 15% of sales back into R&D, focusing on innovation with expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers.

About the Role

The LS-SWIFT Division of KLA’s Global Products Group provides patterned wafer inspection systems for high-volume semiconductor manufacturing. Its mission is to deliver market-leading cost of ownership in defect detection for applications in the production of semiconductors. Customers from foundry, logic, memory, automotive, MEMS, advanced packaging, and other markets rely on LS-SWIFT products. The division operates globally, serving customers across Asia, Europe, and North America.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure HPC clusters – Support development of compute cluster architectures optimized for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Select and validate hardware – Assist with component selection (CPU, memory, storage, networking) and support bring-up, testing, and troubleshooting.
• System integration – Help integrate clusters into larger product systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Performance and system support – Contribute to benchmarking, system tuning, and resolving hardware/software interaction issues.
• Cross-functional collaboration – Work closely with software, manufacturing, and service teams during development and deployment.
• Documentation and process support – Document designs, procedures, and troubleshooting steps; contribute to engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of computer architecture (CPU, memory, storage, networking).
• Basic understanding of Linux systems and operating system concepts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; or Bachelor's Level Degree and 2 years related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to HPC, distributed systems, or server platforms.
• Experience with basic Linux system administration or scripting (Python, Bash).
• Familiarity with hardware troubleshooting or system integration.
• Understanding of performance benchmarking and system optimization concepts.
• Internship or project experience involving system design or cluster environments.

Pay

Base pay range: $95,000.00 - $161,500.00 annually.

Benefits

KLA’s total rewards package may include performance incentives, medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) with company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, development and career growth opportunities, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits (including EAP), paid time off, paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of these benefits.

Primary location: Milpitas, CA, USA.