Sr. Electrical Design Engineer (Linux, Firmware, Embedded, C++)

Sr. Electrical Design EngineerKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. 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.The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading-edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield-critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring.We are looking for a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer to join our team in Milpitas!Responsibilities:Designing, implementing, and debugging of Linux firmware for embedded sensing and communications systems (cameras, sensors, etc.).Learning the different aspects of KLA products by developing features in various areas and fields - power electronics, signal processing and communication over different platforms.Design and development of the system architecture, from the perspective of hardware interfaces, sensing components, communication protocols, software and hardware connectivity, etc.End-to-End Ownership of a project or product: from concept and simulation, through development and integration and field deployment.Bring-up of new hardware, working with datasheets for device configurationQualifications:Strong capabilities of solving firmware (using lab instruments) and hardware/software integration.Proficiency with Linux internals, networking and Embedded Linux build systems.Proficiency in programming in C and C++ in an embedded environment; knowledge of Python.Experience in low-level programming - BSP coding, drivers.Experience in the design and development processes of multi-disciplinary products which integrate software and electronics (ability to read and understand schematics).Familiarity with modern DevOps stack & standards (git, SVN, testing automation).Knowledge of various protocols to interface different peripherals: I2C, SPI, PCIe.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 yearsKLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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