Engineer, Product Applications

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. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Group/Division

With decades of expertise in printed circuit board (PCB) technology, leading manufacturers worldwide rely on our solutions to deliver next-generation designs with precision and efficiency. Driving innovation in advanced PCB applications ICS and Large Panel Level Packaging, our Application Team plays a critical role in bridging technology and customer experience. This team ensures that our products not only meet technical specifications but also deliver exceptional value to customers across diverse industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, telecommunications, and high-performance computing.

Our mission is to enable seamless integration solutions into customer workflows, ensuring reliability, scalability, and superior performance. Operating globally, the Application Team partners closely with engineering, product development, and customer-facing teams to deliver best-in-class support and technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement & Technical Support
  Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, providing guidance on PCB application best practices and ensuring successful implementation.
• Product Demonstration & Validation
  Showcase product capabilities and performance at customer sites and internal facilities, demonstrating technical advantages over competing solutions.
• Feedback Integration
  Capture and analyze customer feedback to influence product development and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  Work closely with engineering, marketing, and software teams to align product features with customer requirements and emerging market trends.
• Application Development Leadership
  Lead initiatives to develop new use cases, optimize workflows, and enhance customer experience through innovative application strategies.
• Project Tracking & Reporting
  Monitor critical projects in real time, providing timely updates and actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Next-Generation Solutions
  Contribute to the development and characterization of advanced PCB technologies and ICS, ensuring readiness for future market demands.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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