Company OverviewKLA 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 we invest 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/DivisionWith over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Does the idea of supporting engineers on scientific research and technological innovation sound exciting to you? If so, this is the next step in your career to join our diverse team and chip in to groundbreaking projects! In this role, you will be supporting and optimizing high-performance computing (HPC) applications, particularly those related to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Work closely with research scientists and engineers to improve the performance and scalability of their simulations, enabling groundbreaking discoveries and innovations!Responsibilities
Analyze and profile HPC applications to identify performance bottlenecks.
Develop and implement optimization strategies, including code parallelization, memory management, and algorithmic improvements.
Work with hardware vendors and software developers to optimize application performance on specific HPC architectures.
Collaborate with research teams to understand their computational needs and translate them into technical requirements.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in HPC hardware, software, and optimization techniques.Qualifications
PhD or Masters Degree or a related field with a strong focus on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Experience with SLURM workload manager and Python for scripting and automation.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++ or Fortran
Experience with profiling and debugging tools (e.g., Intel VTune, NVIDIA Nsight, or similar).
Demonstrated ability in HPC optimization and performance analysis with a consistent record of optimizing large-scale scientific simulations.
Deep understanding of parallel programming paradigms (e.g., MPI, OpenMP, CUDA).
Knowledge of sophisticated computer architectures (e.g., GPUs, FPGAs, hybrid systems).Plus Qualifications
Experience with specific CFD software packages (e.g., ANSYS Proficient, OpenFOAM).
Familiarity with machine learning techniques for HPC optimization.
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Apptainer, Kubernetes).
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
Base Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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... For full info follow application link.
KLA-Tencor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
