Head of Product Marketing Management

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. With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry‑leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers. The FaST Division portfolio of metrology products includes hardware and software solutions for optical film thickness, optical critical dimension (CD), composition, and resistivity measurement systems. These products are essential for the IC manufacturers as they provide critical metrology capabilities for the development and implementation of their advanced IC processes. The FaST division is committed to support our customers to achieve performance entitlement of our solution and we effectively partner with our customers from their early research and development phase to the high volume in‑line manufacturing implementation specific for their process needs. Product Marketing Director

The Product Marketing Director is a senior leader responsible for defining and driving the global product strategy, market positioning, and business performance. This role owns end‑to‑end product marketing strategy, including market analysis, customer engagement, product roadmap influence, pricing strategy, and commercial success across target segments. The Director will lead cross‑functional collaboration across engineering, applications, sales, and operations to ensure delivery of differentiated, high‑impact solutions aligned to market needs.

Own full business strategy and performance for the Axion product line, including revenue growth, market share, and profitability
Define and execute long‑term product strategy and roadmap aligned with emerging semiconductor trends
Develop and drive comprehensive business and product marketing plans, including market entry and expansion strategies

Market Intelligence & Positioning
Lead market segmentation, customer insights, and competitive analysis to identify growth opportunities
Monitor industry trends (Logic/Foundry, DRAM, 3D NAND, and advanced packaging) to anticipate future requirements

Customer Engagement & Commercial Execution
Drive strategic customer relationships with key accounts and technology partners
Lead customer engagement from initial penetration through adoption and scale
Develop account‑level strategies, including deployment, adoption, and expansion plans
Partner with regional teams to support pre‑sales and post‑sales initiatives

Product Lifecycle Management (PLC)
Manage the full product lifecycle from concept through end‑of‑life
Support new product introduction (NPI), including beta programs and customer validation

Pricing & Demand Management
Drive forecasting, demand planning, and business case development
Align pricing and packaging with competitive positioning and customer value

Lead collaboration across engineering, applications, sales, and manufacturing teams
Influence development of algorithms, software, and machine learning capabilities to support differentiated solutions
Partner with global sales to enable customer‑facing messaging, presentations, and solution positioning

Deep knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes (Logic/Foundry, DRAM, 3D NAND, advanced packaging)
Strong background in algorithms, software, or machine learning‑based products in semiconductor equipment
Building and executing business plans and product strategies
Leading customer‑facing engagements at executive/strategic levels
Managing global, cross‑functional teams and initiatives

PhD with 8+ years, OR Master’s with 12+ years, OR Bachelor’s with 15+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience in product marketing, product management, or business leadership in semiconductor or related industries
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 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 and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. 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. 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.