Base Pay Range: $103,000.00 - $175,100.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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.

Group/Division

The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. IT’s mission is to enable business growth and productivity by connecting people, process, and technology. It focuses not only on enhancing the technology that enables our business to thrive but also on how employees use and are empowered by technology. This integrated approach to customer service, creativity and technological excellence enables employee productivity, business analytics, and process excellence.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure Kubernetes clusters for on-premises and multi-cloud environments

Implement and maintain security standard methodologies for Kubernetes clusters and containers

Collaborate with development and software engineering teams to streamline application deployment and management

Monitor and solve Kubernetes clusters to ensure optimal performance and reliability

Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Kubernetes, containerization, and related technologies

Demonstrate experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.

Develop and maintain Helm charts for application deployment and management

Architect solutions for container registries, including Docker and Jfrog Artifactory, ensuring efficient management of remote and local repositories

Implement and manage GPU infrastructure within Kubernetes clusters to support high-performance computing and AI/ML tasks

Design and implement advanced networking solutions within Kubernetes, including network policies, ingress/egress configurations, and service discovery

Architect and manage storage solutions for Kubernetes, ensuring data persistence, scalability, and performance

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science or related IT field

Minimum of eight (8) years of hands-on experience in implementing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters across multi-cloud environments, including on-premises, AWS, and Azure

Minimum of six (6) years of experience managing Kubernetes clusters in on-premises environments, including performing upgrades and applying patches

Hands-on experience managing Linux systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting

Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining security best practices for Kubernetes clusters and containers

Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) is highly desirable

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The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following:  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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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.