Technical Program Manager 5 - US-CA-Fremont (1003), United States

Originally posted 13 October 2026 by the employer.

This role focuses on the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products.

About the role

As a Technical Program Manager, you will orchestrate breakthroughs in support of strategic initiatives, leading cross-functional teams through successful project execution to deliver new or upgraded products. Your role is vital, owning technical projects from initiation through delivery.

What you'll do

• Oversee 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, owning the entire lifecycle from inception to impactful results.
• Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and report results to inform program schedules and deliverables.
• Coach and train teams in process methodologies, tools, and best practices.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or a PhD with 5+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of continuous improvement or technical program management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and demonstrating leadership and influence skills to deliver results.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company.

Nice to have

• Experience in or deep knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries.
• Expert 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).
• Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies.
• Expertise with project management software and tools including MS Project, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent.
• Experience in Change Management methodologies.

Skills: technical program management, continuous improvement, process methodologies, semiconductor fabrication, semiconductor equipment operations