KLA · 5 months ago
Senior Software Engineer – AI Data Pipelines & Big Data Systems
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$123K/yr - $209K/yr
8+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, and they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to innovate at the forefront of AI. The role involves designing, scaling, and optimizing high-impact enterprise systems, particularly focusing on AI training data pipelines and big data systems.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Collaborate with brilliant minds across data science, ML engineering, and product strategy
Build scalable systems that power real-time insights and intelligent automation
Designing and implementing AI training data pipelines to support scalable machine learning workflows
Building and optimizing real-time big data systems for ingestion, processing, visualization, and analytics
Developing high-performance in-memory data processing solutions using modern frameworks
Architecting and delivering microservices-based platforms across Linux and Windows environments
Leading design reviews, mentoring engineers, and crafting technical strategy
Ensuring code quality, performance, and maintainability through standard processes
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of demonstrated ability in software engineering with a focus on data-intensive systems
Experience with enterprise application development
Strong programming skills in C++ and C#
Deep expertise in data processing, streaming architectures, and AI/ML workflows
Experience with big data systems; CUDA, Apache Arrow, gRPC or similar in-memory columnar data formats
Proficiency in both Linux and Windows development environments
Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
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
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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