Software Manager

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Software Engineering Manager to build and lead a high-performing team focused on scientific computing solutions in Chennai, India. This team is responsible for developing scalable, high-performance software systems that support complex computational workflows in KLA’s inspection and metrology platforms.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership, people management, and delivery ownership for software built using C#, C++, and the .NET/Windows ecosystem, enabling robust and optimized solutions for scientific and engineering applications.

You will partner closely with scientists, system engineers, and global software teams to translate computational requirements into efficient, scalable, and production-grade software systems. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a manager who enjoys developing talent while remaining deeply engaged in architecture, performance optimization, and engineering excellence.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and grow a high-performing software engineering team in Chennai focused on scientific computing and high-performance applications.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for systems built using C#, C++, and .NET/Windows platforms.
• Drive the design and development of scalable, performant, and maintainable software solutions for computationally intensive applications.
• Translate complex scientific and system-level requirements into clear technical designs, execution plans, and deliverables.
• Establish and enforce best practices in code quality, performance optimization, testing, and maintainability.
• Lead design reviews, code reviews, and mentor engineers on modern software engineering principles.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with scientists and engineers to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, including automation, tooling, and productivity enhancements.
• Enable adoption of modern development practices, including AI-assisted coding tools and advanced debugging/analysis workflows.
• Own delivery commitments, including planning, execution tracking, and risk management.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of complex computational and system-level issues.
• Contribute to building a strong engineering culture focused on innovation, ownership, and technical excellence.

🔹 Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 9+ years of software development experience, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role.
• Strong experience in C# or C++ development within .NET/Windows environments.
• Proven ability to design and deliver medium-to-large scale software systems in multi-developer environments.
• Strong understanding of performance optimisation, scalability, and system design principles.
• Experience developing scientific computing or computationally intensive applications.
• Experience translating complex requirements into technical architecture and execution plans.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in global team environments.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, Windsurf).

 🔹 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building complex distributed systems.
• Familiarity with UI/UX design considerations in engineering applications.
• Prior experience building or scaling engineering teams in India.
• Exposure to semiconductor inspection, metrology, or scientific instrumentation domains is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 9+ years of software development experience, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role.

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

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