Sr. Technical IT Project 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

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

Key Responsibilities: ​

• Provide strategic leadership for large-scale, high‑risk enterprise infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities

• Accountable for overall program performance in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

• Lead weekly program reviews, oversee issue tracking and escalations, and proactively manage risks

• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships by clearly communicating project status, risks, decisions, and dependencies

• Define and manage project goals, milestones, and commitments, while delivering accurate, timely reporting throughout the project lifecycle

• Direct cross‑functional project teams and coordinate deliverables across multiple organizations. Develop evaluation frameworks and metrics to assess project risk, performance, and continuous improvement opportunities

• Ensure successful outcomes across customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team performance metrics

• Contribute to and lead PMO initiatives, including resource alignment, process optimization, and project prioritization

• Mentor and coach project managers to strengthen delivery capability and professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven track record in project management

• Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate and guide teams

• Organizational Skills: Effective planning, prioritization, and time management

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication

• Adaptability: Flexibility to handle unexpected challenges

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, or at least 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

• Deep expertise across IT infrastructure and enterprise business application domains.

• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide, and align cross-functional teams.

• Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with experience engaging senior leaders and diverse partners.

• Exceptional planning, prioritization, and time management skills, with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.

• High degree of adaptability, with the ability to manage ambiguity and respond effectively to unexpected challenges.

Base Pay Range: $111,100.00 - $188,900.00 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 including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and othe