Software Engineering Student

Photon Dynamics

Photon Dynamics

Posted on Apr 29, 2026

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 motivated Software Engineering student to join our development team. This position is designed for students who want hands-on experience in real-world software development while working closely with experienced engineers. The role provides exposure to object-oriented design, multi-threading concepts, and modern Agile development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications using C++ and C#.
  • Implement and test software components under the guidance of senior developers.
  • Gain hands-on experience with multi-threaded and concurrent programming concepts.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new feature development.
  • Help identify, debug, and fix software issues.
  • Write clean, readable, and maintainable code following team standards.
  • Participate in Agile activities such as sprint planning sessions, sync meetings, and retrospectives.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field student - with at least 1.5 years remaining until graduation.

  • Knowledge of C++ and/or C# programming.

  • Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.

  • Familiarity with multi-threading concepts from academic or personal projects.

  • Comfortable working in a Windows environment.

  • Strong motivation to learn, grow, and contribute as part of a team.

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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