Product Line Manager – Advanced Packaging & Metrology (E)

KLA • Milpitas, CA

73d • $180,000 - $306,000

About The Position

The Product Line Manager (PLM) for Advanced Packaging & Metrology will drive product strategy, lifecycle management, and market analysis for next-generation semiconductor packaging and metrology solutions. This hybrid role blends technical depth with market insight, requiring leadership in both product management and strategic marketing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in advanced packaging, metrology, or inspection technologies, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet evolving customer needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related technical field.
• 12+ years of experience in product management, applications engineering, or technical marketing, preferably in the semiconductor or advanced packaging/metrology industry.
• Deep understanding of advanced packaging manufacturing processes and equipment (including 2.5D/3D packaging, hybrid bonding, chiplet architectures, fan-out packaging, and related metrology or inspection technologies).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with PLM tools, financial modeling, and customer engagement strategies.
• Proven ability to develop and execute market strategies and product roadmaps.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (30–40%).

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced business degree.
• Experience working with global teams and diverse customer bases.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Familiarity with competitive analysis and strategic market development for advanced packaging products.
• Knowledge of wafer inspection technologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product roadmap, including technical direction, feature prioritization, and strategic decisions on architecture and specifications.
• Manage the full product lifecycle from concept through end-of-life, ensuring alignment with division goals and objectives.
• Oversee project planning, scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Own the product line’s P&L, including revenue, margin, and cost structure.
• Drive Balanced Scorecard metrics: cost, growth, customer satisfaction, and innovation.
• Analyze market trends and technology inflections (e.g., 2.5D/3D integration, hybrid bonding, backside power delivery, chiplet architectures, fan-out packaging, co-packaged optics).
• Conduct strategic market studies and competitive analysis to guide investment decisions and identify growth opportunities.
• Evaluate and prioritize customer feature requests; translate market needs into actionable development plans.
• Assess emerging technologies and forecast their growth potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their requirements and expectations.
• Drive product adoption and penetration in advanced packaging and metrology segments.
• Lead customer engagement strategies through Field Marketing and Applications Engineering.
• Act as the primary point of contact between customers and the division, supporting pre-sales and after-sales projects.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and global teams to ensure successful product execution.
• Facilitate clear communication among project teams, stakeholders, and senior management, providing regular updates on status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Champion product vision internally and externally.
• Engage with a global installed base, requiring approximately 30–40% business travel (domestic and international), based on business needs.

Benefits

• 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.
• Family care and bonding leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees