KLA · 6 days ago
Technical Project Manager (Software Inspection Systems)
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $271K/yr
8+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, seeking a Technical Project Manager for their Software Inspection Systems. The role involves leading the development and delivery of complex software programs for EBeam inspection tools, requiring collaboration across engineering and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and execution of software projects.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead medium-to-large scale software programs that span multiple quarters and cross-functional teams
Own the full lifecycle of software delivery—from planning and prioritization to execution and release
Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and electron optics engineers to ensure seamless low-level software/hardware integration
Translate evolving customer needs into actionable software deliverables, adapting plans with agility and precision
Drive system-level thinking and propose solutions that span embedded software, hardware, and physics
Foster strong cross-functional collaboration across engineering, applications, and marketing teams
Qualification
Required
A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
8+ years of experience in software or embedded systems development, with 3+ years in technical project or program management
Proven success managing complex, multi-quarter software projects in companies that build physical products (e.g., semiconductor tools, medical devices, robotics)
Strong planning and execution skills—able to prioritize, sequence, and deliver in dynamic, customer-driven environments
Attention to detail and a systems mindset; you think beyond software to solve full-stack engineering challenges
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working with physicists, hardware engineers, and customer-facing teams
Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid development methodologies
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
Preferred
Bonus: You've grown from a software developer into a project or program manager and bring that technical empathy to your leadership style
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
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
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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