Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Robotics Software Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain software for robotic and automation systems used in advanced semiconductor equipment. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, system, and application engineers to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performance robotic solutions. The candidate has strong software development skills, hands-on experience with robotic systems, motion control, and industrial automation, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain software for robotic handling and automation systems.
Implement motion control, robot path planning, sequencing, and machine control logic.
Develop software components for robot communication, device control, sensors, actuators, and vision systems.
Optimize system performance, reliability, and throughput for high-volume manufacturing environments.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system integration issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Manufacturing, and Field Service engineers.
Participate in software architecture design, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support product releases, customer escalations, and field issues when necessary.
Required Qualifications
Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Automation Control, or related fields.
3+ years of software development experience in robotics, automation, industrial equipment, or related areas.
Strong programming skills in C++/C#/Java/Python
Solid understanding of
Object-Oriented Design (OOD)
Design Patterns
Multithreading and Concurrent Programming
Data Structures and Algorithms
Familiar with machine control systems and industrial communication protocols.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal English communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with semiconductor equipment, handlers, EFEM, wafer handling systems, or factory automation.
Experience with robotics control and industrial automation platforms.
Experience with robot kinematics, coordinate transformations, and motion planning concepts.
Experience with real-time systems or embedded software development.
Experience working in global cross-functional engineering teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 1 years;
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.
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.
We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
