Senior Systems Software Engineer (C++)
Senior backend engineer at KLA, a semiconductor manufacturing technology company, building high-performance, scalable backend infrastructure in modern C++ for big data analytics, distributed storage, and real-time data processing. Day-to-day work spans microservices on Linux/Windows, multithreaded/low-latency programming, performance optimization, and mentoring engineers.
- Compensation
- $129.6K–$220.3K / yr
- Location
- Ann Arbor, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Extensive C++ development experience with strong foundation in object-oriented design, system-level programming, and software architecture
- Modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20), C#, or Java for backend infrastructure development
- Proven success building and scaling backend systems such as real-time data processing engines
- Experience with networked services or socket-based communication
- Experience with microservices or distributed systems
- Deep familiarity with Windows and Linux/Unix environments and command-line tooling
- Expertise in performance profiling, debugging, and system optimization
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines in production environments
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and lead technical initiatives
- Education/experience: Doctorate + 3 years, Master's + 6 years, or Bachelor's + 8 years related work experience
Full description
Company Overview
KLA 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.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
We are seeking a seasoned Backend Software Engineer with deep expertise in modern C++ and developing infrastructure to lead the development of high-performance, scalable backend infrastructure. This role is ideal for experienced engineers who have a strong track record of solving complex architectural challenges, mentoring teams, and driving technical excellence in mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and evolve backend infrastructure for Big data Analytics, Distribution Storage and storage using modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20)/C# or Java with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Lead the development of server-side components for real-time data processing, system integration, and API services.
- Collaborate with product, infrastructure, and engineering teams to define system architecture and long-term technical strategy.
- Drive performance optimization and memory efficiency for high-throughput applications.
- Apply advanced multithreaded and concurrent programming techniques to support parallel processing and low-latency operations.
- Architect and deliver microservices-based platforms that operate across Linux and Windows environments.
- Oversee integration with databases, messaging systems, and external APIs.
- Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability across the engineering organization.
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in C++ development, with a strong foundation in object-oriented design, system-level programming, and software architecture.
- Proven success in building and scaling backend systems in domains such as:
- Real-time data processing engines
- Networked services or socket-based communication