Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Technical Leadership
• Serve as the customer-facing technical authority for the KLA optical CD and films portfolio
• Lead resolution of complex metrology and process control challenges
• Guide a team of application engineers to deliver full technical value of KLA metrology solutions, prioritizing work based on technical impact and business priorities
• Own successful execution through technical leads and application teams

Customer Engagement and Influence
• Drive adoption and penetration of KLA solutions at the customer, contributing to business growth and market share
• Establish strong influence with customer technical leadership through consistent execution and strong technical expertise
• Own and drive multiple concurrent customer engagements
• Serve as the integrator between customer needs and internal capabilities
• Actively influence technical solution roadmap with product development teams based on deep understanding of current customer challenges and future technology needs

Team Building
• Build and develop high-performing technical teams in a scalable engagement model, with leads and subject matter experts
• Identify and develop next-generation leaders within the organization
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technical excellence

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence
• Drive technical engagement alignment across account, service, marketing and engineering teams
• Build strong internal working relationships across groups, demonstrating a "one team" approach to delivering technical and business value

Preferred Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related technical field
• Prior experience leading or managing technical teams, including development of technical leads or subject matter experts
• Experience owning multiple concurrent programs or customer engagements in a complex environment
• Strong background in optical CD, films, or other semiconductor metrology applications
• Demonstrated ability to influence product or technology development based on customer needs
• Experience working across global or highly matrixed organizations, driving alignment across engineering, marketing, account, and service teams

Minimum Qualifications
• BS, MS, or PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, including process, metrology, or yield engineering
• Demonstrated technical depth with the ability to lead resolution of complex process control or metrology challenges
• Experience in customer-facing technical roles, with a track record of delivering measurable technical and business outcomes
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to execute complex technical programs
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and customer stakeholders

Base Pay Range: $144,800.00 - $246,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-OR-Hillsboro-Beaverton-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.