Technical Program Manager, Lead

Introduction

Lam Research is a leading global manufacturer of semiconductor capital equipment used in making leading edge-semiconductors across the world. We primarily compete in four specific areas - Deposition, Etch, Photoresist strip, and Single wafer clean. 

In 2001, Lam Research embarked on a journey to set up engineering center in Bangalore to expand its reach to Indian talent pool. Over two decades, this center has expanded its capability and scope beyond Hardware and Software engineering to include Global Manufacturing, Supply chain operations and other shared services. One of the major functional groups of Lam India is LIGHT (Lam India Global Hardware Technology). LIGHT has completed more than 15 years of growth and has emerged as a major new product development and sustaining engineering team for Lam’s global engineering footprint. 

Technical Program Management (TPM) Team is a centralized team within LIGHT which drives and manages critical projects. LIGHT has an opening for the role of a Technical Program Manager. This position will be based out of Bangalore and will closely work with the cross-functional product development engineering teams across LIGHT.

The Impact You’ll Make

As a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects – you’re orchestrating breakthroughs in support of defining the next generation. You’ll lead cross-functional teams through successful project execution blending your technical excellence with strategic planning to deliver new or upgraded products. Your role is vital, owning technical projects from initiation through delivery using your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring schedules and budget.

In this role, you will directly contribute to the successful implementation of key strategic programs and drive towards implementation of standardized project management processes across LIGHT.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Global Product Engineering teams in identifying projects, over-see the optimization or creation of technical product offerings, processes, or programs, developing project plans, aligning teams, managing risk, and driving projects through release.
• Take ownership and accountability for the success of projects and cross-functional teams to ensure program schedules, performance metrics, and delivery meets business requirements on time and within budget.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand process and system requirements, and deliver enhancements based on a changing technology landscape.
• Lead Continuous Improvement projects from inception to impactful results.
• Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and report results to inform program schedules and deliverables.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process and inspire alignment.
• Deliver change management for programs that are sustainable and maintains long-term success.
• Successfully navigate multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Coordinate clear decision-making and communication across key stakeholders. 
• Decision tracking and record-keeping for lessons learned and CIP, with regular progress and accountability reporting.​
• Regular (monthly) accountability reviews with executive staff where current status and key decisions are reviewed and made.
• Develop Project management best practices and implement it across the department, report progress against goals at quarterly executive forums

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 5+ years’ experience; or a PhD with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex technical projects/programs including ability to prioritize tasks, allocate resources and meet deadlines.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating influence skills to deliver results.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive projects across geographical boundaries.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience in extracting information from data and translate findings into an executable plan.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in or knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries is a plus.
• Knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures.
• Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2.
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology or certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) is a plus.
• Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies.
• Familiarity with project management software and tools including MS Project, Power BI, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent.

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.