Mask Software Applications Product Manager (E)

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Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Mask Software Applications Product Managers are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Mask Software Applications Product Manager talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

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This job opening is in KLA's advanced mask software applications product team. The team develops state-of-the-art computational algorithms and software applications that leading-edge semiconductor mask-shops and wafer fab customers use in their production flows to get best sensitivity and performance from their mask inspection and review systems.

The Technical Product Manager will have the unique opportunity to work with this talented team of software and algorithm development and also customer engineers to architect and develop solutions that resolve challenging problems in the area of mask defect disposition and data management.

Responsibilities:

Following are typical responsibilities of the Mask Technical Product Manager role:

* Engage with mask-shop and fab reticle requal customers to understand their challenges, requirements for possible solutions, and develop and deliver on these solutions to resolve their issues

* Come up with new application use-case ideas to find continuous improvements in production mask-making and reticle requal flows

* Leverage advanced image processing, optical and lithography modeling, and numerical and AI methods to resolve some of the toughest customer problems in the mask defect disposition space.

* Develop and socialize clear requirements for new use-cases, and brainstorm on possible technology approaches with Algo, software and expert application engineers.

* Build strong positive relationships and credibility with internal engineering teams, key customers and field teams leveraging their strengths and support to deliver on software solutions.

* Drive key projects and customer engagements through weekly progress meetings.

* Prepare program updates and clearly communicate progress, issues, help needed and plans with upper management.

* Technical lead (individual contributor) or engineering manager role depending on relevant experience.

* Travel on-average up to 25% to customer sites, especially when supporting new product qualification.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Proven track-record working with customers in semiconductor industry, committing and delivering on software solutions to improve mask or wafer yield and turn-around-time.

* Strong team player, able to lead and influence teams. Experience managing development teams of 10+ engineers a plus.

* Experience with semiconductor lithography modeling, OPC/Verification, mask inspection and/or defect disposition.

* Experience in UNIX/Linux programming, MATLAB and scripting in Shell, Python, Perl, PHP, or HTML.

* Understand software development, test, release, and qualification cycle.

* Excellent communication, project management, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills.

* Strong problem solving skills and perseverance, self-driven yet strong team player.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters level degree in a technical field with at least6 years of experience in Semiconductor Mask Inspection, software or OPC industry

OR

Doctorate (Academic) in a technical field with at least 3 years of experience in Semiconductor Mask Inspection, software or OPC industry

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. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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