Director, AI Governance & Privacy Attorney

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 Legal Compliance Organization (LCO) team headquartered in Milpitas CA and second headquarters in Ann Arbor MI provides legal guidance to further KLAs strategic objectives and protect and preserve the legal ethical and financial integrity and reputation of the Company. With specific expertise in the areas of corporate law commercial law employment law and intellectual property; the LCO offers strategic legal counsel that is informed by a clear understanding of the companys business objectives and expertise in the laws and regulations relevant to the business worldwide.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

KLA is seeking a strategic thought leader to drive its global AI governance program. This role will lead the development of policies controls and governance frameworks for responsible AI use across products internal tools and enterprise operations balancing risks while helping drive innovation. The ideal candidate has deep experience with AI regulation governance and technology risk and the ability to translate fast-evolving legal requirements into practical business guidance.

Key Responsibilities

AI Governance

• Lead KLAs global AI governance framework including policies standards controls and risk assessment processes.
• Advise on legal issues across the AI lifecycle including model risk transparency accountability testing and human oversight.
• Partner with cross functional stakeholders to embed responsible AI requirements into design procurement and deployment processes.
• Track global AI laws enforcement trends and standards and convert them into actionable governance requirements.

Privacy

• Lead the global privacy program with focus on privacy issues that arise in AI development deployment and data use.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to continually update the global privacy program to address changes in privacy and AI laws.

Regulatory Strategy & Engagement

• Serve as a lead advisor on AI and privacy regulatory developments enforcement trends and strategic risk.
• Support engagement with regulators policymakers and industry groups on AI governance and related privacy issues.
• Lead responses to AI-related regulatory inquiries audits and investigations.

Program Operations & Risk Management

• Develop metrics reporting and governance processes to measure AI compliance effectiveness and risk trends.
• Lead training and awareness efforts on responsible AI use.
• Lead global and cross-functional resources supporting AI governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• J.D. from U.S. law school; active U.S. state bar membership in good standing.
• 12 years of legal experience with significant focus on AI regulation technology law and governance.
• Experience building or leading AI governance compliance or technology risk programs in a multinational environment.
• Experience building or leading privacy and data protection programs/initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of AI legal and regulatory frameworks including the EU AI Act and emerging global AI governance standards.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills including experience working with executive leadership.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical scalable business solutions.

Preferred

• Experience in semiconductor advanced manufacturing or technology sectors.
• Experience with the EU AI Act U.S. AI policy developments and global AI governance trends.
• Certifications such as CIPP/E CIPP/US CIPM or equivalent.
• Experience engaging with government agencies or regulators on policy or compliance matters.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from U.S. law school; active U.S. state bar membership in good standing.
• 12 years of legal experience with significant focus on AI regulation technology law and governance.
• Experience building or leading AI governance compliance or technology risk programs in a multinational environment.
• Experience building or leading privacy and data protection programs/initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of AI legal and regulatory frameworks including the EU AI Act and emerging global AI governance standards.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills including experience working with executive leadership.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical scalable business solutions.

Base Pay Range: $207300.00 - $362800.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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 and family care and bonding leave.

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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