Sr. Technical Program Manager - Software Controls

The group you'll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.


The impact you'll make

The Technical Program Manager manages product development programs comprising cross-functional teams. These programs range in scope from field escalations to major product upgrades within a product line.

• Executes responsibilities in a matrix type organization.
• Establishes requirements, costs, and schedule targets; plans activities, assembles the team and other critical resources; and manages the program from planning start through production unrestricted release following the PDR guidelines.
• Develops, defines and executes program plans. Is responsible for meeting the program objectives including performance, cost, schedule, budget targets and deliverables.
• Assesses program risks and drives mitigation activities as part of the program plan
• Identifies and assures needed resources for projects are committed.
• Defines and assigns major program roles. Interfaces with external customers or field-based employees on program matters, as needed.
• Monitors work of program from initiation through release providing support and direction. Escalates issues until resolved or mitigated.
• Prepares and presents program executive reviews and PDR risk management reviews

Customer Relationship:

• Works closely with various departments and organizations as needed, primarily engineering, to ensure the success of the program.
  Regularly reports to executive owners and management as requested and through program reviews and PDR risk management reviews.
• Immediately communicates to the accountable executive any issues that threaten achieving performance, cost, or schedule targets
  Coordinates activities across company organizations utilizing company business processes and logistics.

Technology and Innovation

• Develops innovative solutions with the policies and procedures of the company to ensure program success through the PS&DM Process. Majority of activities and responsibilities involve less complex programs within a single product line.

What you'll do

Management:

• Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
• Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
• Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.
• Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add to costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Provides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policies.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
• Manages assigned programs from start to finish using PDR philosophy and procedures to ensure successful completion of the program.
• Escalates gaps and unattended risks and issues until resolved.
• Plans and monitors tasks and milestones related to meeting the program performance, costs, and schedule targets and takes corrective action where necessary.

Who we're looking for

Work Experience:

• 8+ years total experience in a technology related field.
• 4+ years of experience in engineering, product management, marketing, manufacturing, materials, or field operations.

Education:

• BS in SW Engineering, BS in Computer or Electrical Engineering
• MS or MBA is a strong plus

Preferred qualifications

• Project Management
  • Adheres to PDR philosophy - makes appropriate use of PDR tools.
  • Program Management Methodology (PMM) training and CFT Training provided by Lam.
  • Consistently meets or exceeds the objectives of the Program.
  • Adeptly utilizes different styles of management for project phases.
• PS&DM
  • Problem solving and decision making skills and utilizes Lam's PS&DM Process.
• Semiconductor Tools Software Architecture
  • Experience with 2300 SW architecture is a big plus
  • Experience with Deposition Product software is a big plus
  • iPLM, JIRA, SPRINT Methodology, Basic MS Office skills MS Excel, PowerPoint, Project; ERP, SAP
• Communication
  • Effectively communicates and inspires people to successfully meet their commitments.
  • Strong Oral and written communication skills.
  • Presentation Skills.
  • Strong communicator CF and within Program scope.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $104,000.00 - $231,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That's why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.