At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams' achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone's contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they're inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

The Director of Key Account Technology (KAT) will play a pivotal role in managing and nurturing relationships with our key customers while developing and growing the team. As Director of KAT, you will be required to attend customer technical review meetings to represent the Clean Product Line. Additionally, you will be responsible for the department and developing the Key Account Technologists within the team. This position requires a deep understanding of semiconductor processes and equipment, as well as the ability to provide technical expertise and support to ensure customer satisfaction and success. It also requires strong leadership skills.

• Leadership: Grow and develop the team to meet the needs of the Clean Product Line
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, acting as the primary technical point of contact.
• Priority Alignment: Drive alignment between account teams and clean product line on priorities for market penetrations and defenses.
• Product Demonstrations: Organize product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the capabilities and benefits of Lam Research clean technologies.
• Feedback Loop: Gather and relay customer feedback to internal teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in our products and services.
• Training and Education: Provide training and educational resources to customers and account teams to enhance their understanding and utilization of Lam Research clean technologies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, engineering, and product development teams to align customer needs with company objectives.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Technical Experience: Minimum 12 years' experience in the semiconductor industry with a bachelor's degree, or 8 years with a master's degree or 5 years with a PhD.
• Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience managing direct reports. Department leadership experience preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required. Additionally strong communication skills in Chinese preferred.
• Travel: Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.

This position is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry (https://www.metalltechnischeindustrie.at/fileadmin/content/Dokumente/Kollektivvertrag/KV_2024/Abschluss/FMTI_Mindestgehaltstabelle_2024.pdf) in occupation group I. A higher payment is negotiable depending on expertise and skills. Please follow the link below in the Employment in Austria section for further information. Villach - a great place to live and workFollow the link www.welcome2villach.at and you will find on the spot the most important information about living, working and studying in and around Villach/Austria

• Wellbeing: Programs designed to support your individual needs, help you achieve personal goals, and incentivize you with rewards
• Stock: Discounted employee stock purchase program
• Parental Bonding: 16 weeks fully paid bonding leave for all new parents
• Recognition: Peer-to-peer award program designed to recognize excellence and celebrate success
• Pension: Annual pension contribution that increases with tenure