Company Overview
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 worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Group/Division
The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. ITs mission is to enable business growth and productivity by connecting people process and technology. It focuses not only on enhancing the technology that enables our business to thrive but also on how employees use and are empowered by technology. This integrated approach to customer service creativity and technological excellence enables employee productivity business analytics and process excellence.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
The Principal Cloud Architect is responsible for designing implementing and optimizing scalable cloud architecture across public hybrid and multi-cloud environments. This role partners with engineering security and business stakeholders to define cloud strategy and deliver high quality cloud solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Design and architect secure scalable and resilient cloud solutions across AWS Azure GCP or hybrid environments.
Lead cloud modernization initiatives including application refactoring re-platforming and migration from onpremises to cloud.
Define cloud architecture standards reference architectures and best practices.
Knowledge and experience with On-prem infrastructure Virtualization and App delivery technologies
Modernize and transform software development environment
Collaborate with stakeholders to build CI/CD pipelines IaC templates and automated deployment frameworks.
Establish governance cost-optimization tagging standards and operational frameworks.
Conduct architectural reviews threat modeling and performance optimization.
Guide cloud security posture compliance frameworks and identity and access management (IAM).
Mentor cloud engineers DevOps teams and solution architects.
Evaluate new cloud technologies and drive innovation.
Proficient in configuring and managing Azure networking components including virtual networks subnets network security groups and load balancers.
Create architecture diagrams documentation technical roadmaps and executive presentations.
Experience to work in a Enterprise environment with more that 15000 employees
Essential Skills
Deep expertise in major cloud platform: Azure / AWS / Google Cloud.
Strong foundations in cloud networking security containers Kubernetes serverless and microservices.
Experience with AI technologies and tools
Hands-on experience with Terraform CloudFormation
Experience with CI/CD and DevOps tools such as GitHub GitLab Azure DevOps Jenkins
Strong understanding of cloud governance FinOps cost control and monitoring.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC2 HIPAA FedRAMP ISO27001).
Strong communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Minimum Qualifications
10 years of experience in cloud architecture and design
Expert in Azure/AWS/GCP services.
Solid understanding of IaaS PaaS and cloud security best practices.
Experience with network design and implementation in a cloud environment.
Solid understanding of networking security and automation.
Experience with CI/CD logging monitoring and FinOps.
Professional cloud certifications preferred.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. 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. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.
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