Technical project and program manager

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 With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Responsibility and Scope     Lead engineering development projects for mask inspection products in RAPID division of KLA    Assess, evaluate risks, and drive projects forward with an eye for critical path    Communicate cross-functionally with a diverse team including engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and service to drive execution    Lead, encourage, empower, and influence team members to achieve excellence in engineering rigor, reliability, usability, and customer focus    Articulate and present execution plans for internal leadership as well as external customers    Identify bottlenecks and remove obstacles for the team to focus on value-add activities    Hold regular meetings between functional groups to ensure interdependencies are well understood and documented    Support roadmap development by detailing upcoming requirement changes and resources required    You will be a phenomenal fit for our team if you like:    To work with pioneering technology with meaningful impact on semiconductor industry     To work with passionate people with a diverse set of backgrounds    To build positive relationships, and develop new skills in a high-tech environment    To take on sophisticated and ambitious projects and succeed in the marketplace    Preferred Qualifications & Attributes      Master or   advance d   degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences    6+ years of industry experience in Engineering and/or Project Management of multidisciplinary products    Great teammate with strong leadership, critical thinking, communication and analytical skills    Curiosity and disposition towards learning fast beyond immediate knowledge span    Track record for leading teams through influence rather than direct reporting line    Experience in Capital Equipment sectors is a plus (e.g. Semiconductors, Medical Equipment, Robotics)    Experience with Project Management tools (MS Project, Wrike, Jira, etc)    PMP or Agile certification is a plus    Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years Base Pay Range: $159,500.00 - $271,200.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. 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