Product Software Engineer Jobs at KLA with Visa Sponsorship
Product Software Engineer jobs at KLA sit at the intersection of hardware-aware software and manufacturing precision, supporting the process control and yield management systems that semiconductor fabs depend on. KLA has a well-established sponsorship infrastructure that supports international engineers across multiple visa categories.
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To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Group/Division
The KLA Services team consists of Service Sales, Marketing, Spares Supply Chain Management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, Digital Solutions and Analytics, and Technical Product Support. Our services organization maximizes the value of our customers' KLA assets – with highly trained service and product support engineers providing installation services and 24/7 technical support and parts delivery through our extensive supply chain network.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
What You'll Do:
- Install and qualify advanced KLA systems at customer sites globally, ensuring installations are completed on schedule and meet quality standards
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues during installation by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
- Perform setup, alignment, calibration, and verification of highly complex semiconductor capital equipment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with KLA regions, engineering, and customer teams to verify system performance and transfer tool ownership
- Provide clear status updates to all stakeholders throughout the installation process
- Complete installation documentation and administrative requirements accurately and on time
- Secure warranty sign-off on newly installed tools
How You’ll Work:
- Operate independently while following documented procedures, exercising sound technical judgment within defined guidelines
- Work under guidance from managers and senior IEs, with increasing autonomy as experience grows
- Engage effectively in cross-cultural and cross-functional environments
- Extensive travel domestically and internationally to support customer installations worldwide
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of electronics, optics, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electro-optical systems
- Experience with high-vacuum systems strongly preferred
- Comfort working with computer systems, operating systems, and networking (Windows, Unix, or similar environments)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Highly self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented
- Able to work effectively across cultures, functions, and geographies
- Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years
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 years
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Selected candidate must be able to work 6 days/week, 10 hours/day. 90% + travel.
About KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Range: $37.31 - $63.42 Per Hour
- Primary Location: USA-AZ-Chandler-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 education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
Equal Opportunity Statement
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.
INTRODUCTION
To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Group/Division
The KLA Services team consists of Service Sales, Marketing, Spares Supply Chain Management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, Digital Solutions and Analytics, and Technical Product Support. Our services organization maximizes the value of our customers' KLA assets – with highly trained service and product support engineers providing installation services and 24/7 technical support and parts delivery through our extensive supply chain network.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
What You'll Do:
- Install and qualify advanced KLA systems at customer sites globally, ensuring installations are completed on schedule and meet quality standards
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues during installation by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
- Perform setup, alignment, calibration, and verification of highly complex semiconductor capital equipment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with KLA regions, engineering, and customer teams to verify system performance and transfer tool ownership
- Provide clear status updates to all stakeholders throughout the installation process
- Complete installation documentation and administrative requirements accurately and on time
- Secure warranty sign-off on newly installed tools
How You’ll Work:
- Operate independently while following documented procedures, exercising sound technical judgment within defined guidelines
- Work under guidance from managers and senior IEs, with increasing autonomy as experience grows
- Engage effectively in cross-cultural and cross-functional environments
- Extensive travel domestically and internationally to support customer installations worldwide
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of electronics, optics, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electro-optical systems
- Experience with high-vacuum systems strongly preferred
- Comfort working with computer systems, operating systems, and networking (Windows, Unix, or similar environments)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Highly self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented
- Able to work effectively across cultures, functions, and geographies
- Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years
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 years
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Selected candidate must be able to work 6 days/week, 10 hours/day. 90% + travel.
About KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Range: $37.31 - $63.42 Per Hour
- Primary Location: USA-AZ-Chandler-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 education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
Equal Opportunity Statement
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.
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Align your portfolio to process control software
KLA's Product Software Engineer roles center on metrology, inspection, and yield analysis tooling. Showcase projects involving data pipelines, signal processing, or instrument control software to match what their hiring teams are actively screening for.
Clarify your OPT or CPT authorization early
If you're on F-1 status, confirm whether the role falls under STEM OPT extension eligibility before your first recruiter screen. KLA's engineering roles typically qualify, but having your authorization timeline documented prevents delays once an offer is on the table.
Target divisions with active semiconductor tool development
KLA's Broadband Plasma and Wafer Inspection divisions consistently post Product Software Engineer openings. Focusing your applications on product lines with active hardware roadmaps increases your chances of landing a role that genuinely requires your software background.
Understand how your LCA ties to your work location
DOL requires your Labor Condition Application to list the specific worksite where you'll be based. If KLA offers a hybrid or multi-site arrangement, confirm which office is your primary location before your H-1B filing begins to avoid LCA amendments later.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Product Software Engineer openings at KLA
Sorting through KLA's job board by sponsorship eligibility manually is slow. Migrate Mate surfaces roles at KLA that are open to visa sponsorship, so you can focus your applications on positions where your immigration status won't disqualify you.
Prepare for PERM by documenting specialized skills now
If KLA pursues a Green Card through PERM labor certification, DOL requires proving no qualified U.S. worker is available. Keeping current records of your domain-specific skills in semiconductor software strengthens the employer's recruitment justification at the filing stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does KLA sponsor H-1B visas for Product Software Engineers?
Yes, KLA sponsors H-1B visas for Product Software Engineers. The company has a dedicated immigration support function that manages H-1B filings, including cap-subject petitions and cap-exempt transfers for candidates already holding H-1B status with another employer. If you're transitioning from a cap-exempt institution, KLA can file outside the annual lottery.
Which visa types are commonly used for Product Software Engineer roles at KLA?
H-1B is the most common path for full-time Product Software Engineers at KLA. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT extension are frequently used for new graduates entering the role. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering classifications. For longer-term permanent residence, KLA supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM labor certification.
What qualifications and experience does KLA expect for Product Software Engineer roles?
KLA typically looks for a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Hands-on experience with C++, Python, or software development for instrumentation or embedded systems is valued. Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes, metrology concepts, or yield data analysis puts candidates in a stronger position for product-facing engineering roles.
How do I apply for Product Software Engineer jobs at KLA?
You can browse open Product Software Engineer positions at KLA directly through their careers portal or through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship eligibility. When applying, flag your work authorization status clearly on your application. KLA's recruitment process for these roles typically includes a recruiter screen, technical assessments, and panel interviews with the product engineering team.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship to join KLA?
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for an October 1 start date. If you're on F-1 STEM OPT, your extension provides up to 24 additional months of work authorization, which means you can remain employed at KLA through at least one lottery cycle if your initial registration isn't selected. Coordinating your offer timing with KLA's immigration team before March registration closes is critical.