Specialist, Technology - Software
- Salary
- Not disclosed
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Eligible batches
- 2020 – 2023
- Degree
- PhD, Master's, Bachelor's
- Location
- ChennaiOn-site
About the role
KLA is looking for a Specialist in Technology – Software to join its Chennai team. The position focuses on designing and evolving large‑scale, high‑performance software platforms that support semiconductor inspection and analytics. You will work on cloud‑native services, micro‑services, AI/ML infrastructure and big‑data pipelines, collaborating with global engineers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Architect and build distributed, scalable systems that handle massive data volumes.
- Modernize legacy platforms by breaking monoliths into service‑oriented components.
- Drive performance, reliability and maintainability through best‑in‑class design patterns.
- Mentor senior engineers and influence technical direction across multiple geographies.
- Translate complex business and technical requirements into detailed designs and implementation plans.
- Champion DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration.
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Eligibility
- Doctorate with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or
- Master’s degree with at least 6 years of experience, or
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of experience.
Skills
- Strong software architecture background.
- Proficiency in C#, C++, Java, Python and .NET.
- Hands‑on experience with microservices, event‑driven and layered architectures.
- Knowledge of containers, Kubernetes and CI/CD/DevOps tooling.
- Ability to lead technical teams and mentor engineers.
- Excellent communication with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Resume keywords
Asked for
- C#
- C++
- Java
- Python
- .NET
- Microservices
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD
- DevOps
- Containerization
Nice to have
- UI/UX
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package.
- Family‑friendly policies and inclusive workplace.
- Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge semiconductor technologies.
- Access to AI‑assisted engineering tools and continuous learning.
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About KLA Corporation
KLA Corporation is a leading provider of process control and yield management solutions for the semiconductor industry.
Founded 1975 · 5000+ employees · HQ Milpitas, California, USA
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