Senior Product Manager, GenAI (Operations)
Ann Arbor, MI - USA
Job Summary
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.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Business Partnership & Problem Discovery
Partner with Global Operations and functional business teams to deeply understand workflows pain points and improvement opportunities.
Identify and prioritize business problems that can be effectively addressed through AIdriven products and solutions.
Translate operational challenges into clear product opportunities value hypotheses and success metrics.
AI Product Leadership
Own the AI product vision and roadmap for assigned operational domains.
Lead the definition development and delivery of AIpowered products in collaboration with IT data and engineering teams.
Drive earlystage prototyping proofofconcepts and pilots to validate feasibility and business value before scaling.
Ensure AI solutions are designed with scalability reliability and realworld operational adoption in mind.
CrossFunctional Execution
Act as the primary bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams ensuring alignment on goals scope and outcomes.
Collaborate with IT and architecture teams on solution design technology selection and integration into existing systems.
Guide prioritization decisions and tradeoffs based on value risk and operational impact.
AI Expertise & Innovation
Serve as the subject matter expert for AI technologies techniques and trends as they apply to operations (e.g. generative AI machine learning agentic systems automation).
Continuously explore emerging AI tools platforms and approaches and assess their applicability to operational use cases.
Provide thought leadership on responsible practical and effective use of AI in operations.
Community Enablement & Evangelism
Help build and enable an internal AI community within Global Operations and across the company.
Share best practices lessons learned and reusable patterns to accelerate AI adoption.
Support education awareness and collaboration around AI initiatives through workshops forums and informal coaching.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science Data Science Business or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
Experience leading or managing digital analytics or AIdriven products in an enterprise or operational environment.
Strong ability to work with business stakeholders to frame problems define value and drive alignment.
Handson experience with AI or advanced analytics concepts (e.g. machine learning generative AI automation datadriven products).
Proven track record to lead crossfunctional teams and influence without direct authority.
Comfort working in ambiguous fastevolving environments and driving ideas from concept to execution.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelors degree; or 6 years with a Masters degree; OR PHD with 3 years of experience; OR equivalent experience
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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Calling the adventurers ready to join a company that's pushing the limits of nanotechnology to keep the digital revolution rolling. At KLA, we're making technology advancements that are bigger—and tinier—than the world has ever seen. Who are we? We research, develop, and manufacture t ... View more