Associate / Specialist, Project Manager

Job Description Associate / Specialist, Project Manager KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), specifically the LS-SWIFT Division, is looking for an Associate / Specialist, Project Manager. This critical role is perfect for a highly skilled individual who will be responsible for the technical project management of the CIRCL CIP program, leading high-performing engineering teams to resolve complex problems and deliver customer-centric solutions through cutting-edge technologies. Responsibilities - Responsible for Technical Project Management of the CIRCL CIP program. - Work with internal & external customers to define the product and subsystems. - Collaborate with high-performing engineering teams to resolve complex problems and build customer-centric solutions using leading technologies. - Responsible for integrating all subsystems and evaluating the solutions to address target use cases. - Deliver solutions that meet all committed performance specifications & production quality. - Manage complex projects following defined Product Life Cycle (PLC) processes and implement best practices across each phase of PLC. - Create and manage high-confidence project schedules with clear dependencies, critical paths, and systematic methodology to communicate status. Manage risks and mitigations, and re-plan as events warrant. - Provide clear, timely, and objective communication. - Strengthen core team relationships through collaboration, influence, and negotiation. Lead through ambiguity and change. - Proactively identify issues and solutions, and marshal necessary resources to attack and resolve them. Skills - Excellent project management skills, including project structuring and managing multiple interdependent work streams. - Strong leadership skills, including coaching, team-building, conflict resolution, and management. - Demonstrated software technical experience in developing complex products. - Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills. - Understanding of complex image processing algorithms, deep learning networks, data pipelines/orchestration, machine learning, control and calibrations, and UI ease of use aspects would be a plus. - Proficiency with any programming languages. The ability to read and understand code to the extent of making hands dirty is expected. - Proficiency in Agile, SDLC R&D development processes. - Working with engineering vendors for problem-solving would be a plus. - MS Project is required. Proficiency in and use of project management tools such as IBM RTC is helpful. - Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives. - Business acumen and strategic agility with demonstrated technical cognizance. - Strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and influence. - Ability to independently draft and present deliverables, recommendations, and communication strategies. - Superior group facilitation, interviewing, and influence skills. - Strong relationship management skills, including partnering and consulting. - Experience in semiconductor fab operations/manufacturing technology (optional). - Experience managing business or product development programs within KLA is a plus. Qualifications - Master's Level Degree; or Bachelor's Level Degree.