Senior Lead, Sys Admin - DevOps Tools

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 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.

Group/Division

The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. IT’s 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

Responsibilities:

• Administrating, supporting, and continuously improving KLA's Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), DevOps, and Enterprise AI platforms that enable engineering teams worldwide.

• Providing technical leadership for a diverse portfolio of solutions, including AI-powered developer tools, source code management, artifact management, CI/CD, and software quality platforms

• Partnering closely with Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, and vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable services.

• Play an integral part of Engineering productivity and software development workflows, this position will play a key role in supporting the rapid growth of AI platforms, onboarding users, evaluating emerging technologies, and driving automation initiatives that enhance the developer experience across KLA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting AI governance, AI FinOps, usage analytics, consumption reporting, and enterprise AI adoption programs.

• Experience with developer productivity metrics, dashboarding, and business intelligence platforms.

• Knowledge of software licensing, vendor management, contract negotiations, and enterprise procurement processes for engineering tools.

• Experience supporting global engineering organizations in semiconductor, manufacturing, or high-technology industries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Eight (8) years of experience administering and supporting enterprise Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), DevOps, Software Development, or Engineering Productivity platforms.

• Strong hands-on experience with one or more source code management, work item management, artifact repository, CI/CD, and software quality platforms such as Jira, Atlassian Cloud, IBM EWM/RTC, Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise, Artifactory, Xray, JFrog Curation, Jenkins, SonarQube, and Mend.

• Experience deploying, administering, or supporting enterprise AI-powered software development platforms and coding assistants, including GitHub Copilot, Devin, Augment Code, Claude Code, Windsurf, and emerging AI engineering productivity solutions.

• Working knowledge of software development lifecycles, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, source control, package management, software supply chain security, and developer experience initiatives.

• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise engineering environments with thousands of users across multiple geographic regions.

• Familiarity with software composition analysis (SCA), application security testing, software supply chain management, and compliance initiatives, including tools such as Mend, Checkmarx, Snyk, and related security platforms.

• Experience evaluating and onboarding new technologies through proof-of-concept (POC) activities, vendor engagements, and enterprise-scale rollouts.

• Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, or similar technologies to improve operational efficiency and enable self-service capabilities.

• Experience working with cloud platforms and SaaS applications, including SaaS migrations, identity management, SSO, and enterprise integrations.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical environments and resolve critical production issues.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure, PMO, Finance, Procurement, and external vendors.

• Experience leading strategic initiatives, technology roadmaps, platform upgrades, cloud migrations, and enterprise modernization efforts.

Base Pay Range: $137,800.00 - $234,300.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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