Company OverviewKLA 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/DivisionThe 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 QualificationsRole OverviewReporting to the Field IT Manager Europe, you will take full local responsibility for all IT systems and services at the Jena site.You act as the single point of contact for local IT, ensuring stable operations, hands‑on support, and strong alignment between the local business and global IT organization.Key ResponsibilitiesLocal IT OwnershipTake end‑to‑end responsibility for the availability, stability, and performance of all local IT systems.Maintain a stable IT infrastructure that supports local engineering and business operations.Local Liaison & CoordinationAct as the local interface between:Local business stakeholdersInternational IT teamsExternal outsourcing and service partnersEnsure effective communication and alignment between local needs and corporate IT standards.Hands‑on IT SupportProvide on‑site, practical IT support for issues that cannot be resolved remotely.Support end users in following company IT support and escalation processes.International & Local IT ProjectsParticipate in international IT projects.Act as Project Manager or local project lead for site‑specific (Germany/Jena) IT initiatives.IT Service ManagementHandle incident, request, and problem management according to ITIL practices.Support major incident coordination and ensure timely communication and resolution using ServiceNow.TravelPerform occasional business travel as required.Minimum QualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology (or equivalent).3–5 years of experience in a similar role within an international IT environment.Experience supporting an international engineering organization (hardware and/or software development environments).Technical ExperienceHands‑on experience with corporate IT environments, including:End‑user computing (e.g. Windows, macOS, software deployment, office productivity tools)Networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, remote access, firewalls, wireless networks)Infrastructure fundamentals (virtualized environments, storage, backup and recovery)Mobile Device Management (MDM)Basic understanding of on‑site IT / data center environmentsService ManagementExperience working with ITIL‑based service processes (incl. major incident management)Familiarity with enterprise ITSM tools (e.g. ServiceNow)Personal & Communication SkillsAbility to work independently and take local ownershipOrganized and proactive, with a hands‑on mindset combined with the ability to operate at a site‑wide levelStrong communication and collaboration skills in an international environmentComfortable acting as the local IT authorityLanguage SkillsFluent English (spoken and written)We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employerBe aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. 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