Kla
Sr. Technical Solutions Manager – Process Control & Yield Management Advanced Software Solutions & AI (E)
Milpitas, CA · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$139k-$236kDetected 7 days ago
Machine LearningData AnalysisData ScienceProduct StrategyStakeholder ManagementSalesBusiness DevelopmentProcess ImprovementCustomer SuccessAR/VRResearchLeadershipCommunicationPublic Speaking
About the role
- The successful candidate will work closely with customers, product management, engineering, sales, and executive leadership to define market direction and accelerate adoption of AI-enabled manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities
- Market Strategy & Thought Leadership Develop and execute long-term product marketing strategies for KLA's FDC, Virtual Metrology, and Yield Enhancement software portfolio.
- Develop product messaging, positioning frameworks, and competitive differentiation strategies.
- Create executive-level presentations, customer-facing content, white papers, web content, customer success stories, and product launch materials.
- Lead customer advisory discussions and participate in strategic account engagements.
- Product & Portfolio Leadership Partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, Applications, and Data Science teams to align product strategy with customer requirements.
- Support business case development for new product investments and market expansion opportunities.
- Develop sales training programs and customer engagement materials.
- Support strategic opportunities and executive-level customer presentations.
- Monitor market performance, adoption metrics, and competitive activity to drive growth initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Mathematics, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, semiconductor manufacturing, yield engineering, process control, manufacturing software, or related technical-commercial roles.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing operations and process control methodologies.
- Proven ability to translate technical capabilities into business value propositions.
Nice to have
- Master's degree, MBA, or PhD in a technical discipline.
- Experience with semiconductor foundries, memory manufacturers, logic fabs operations.
- Experience with manufacturing data architectures, MES systems, APC ecosystems, and factory automation environments.
- Familiarity with semiconductor process modules including lithography, etch, deposition, CMP, metrology, and inspection.
- Experience launching enterprise software, SaaS platforms, or manufacturing intelligence solutions.
- Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years
- KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
Compensation
- $138,500.00 - $235,500.00
- 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.
Benefits
- Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.
- Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.
Company info
- Customer & Industry Engagement Engage directly with semiconductor manufacturers, foundries, IDMs, memory customers, and OSATs to understand emerging manufacturing challenges.
- We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.
Equal opportunity
- Commission website.
- We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.
- Explore KLA at www.kla.com/careers KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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