Director, Master Data Governance

KLA

Milpitas, CA, USA
Base: $183,400.00 - $321,000.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Not specified (likely hybrid or onsite)
12+ years data management experience
5+ years senior governance leadership
Enterprise-scale data governance environment
KLA is seeking a Director of Master Data Governance to lead the establishment and scaling of a data governance capability within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data governance and management, particularly in a mature governance environment, and will collaborate with various teams to ensure data quality and compliance

Job Summary

  • This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the enterprise data foundation of a leading semiconductor capital equipment company at a pivotal stage of its digital and AI journey.
  • The Director will design and implement a fit-for-purpose governance framework spanning data strategy, operating model, standards, stewardship, and master/reference data without reliance on a pre-existing MDM platform.
  • KLA invests 15% of sales back into R&D and offers a total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) matching, and employee stock purchase program.

Matching Summary

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KLA is seeking a Director of Master Data Governance to lead the establishment and scaling of a data governance capability within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data governance and management, particularly in a mature governance environment, and will collaborate with various teams to ensure data quality and compliance.

Salary

Base: $183,400.00 - $321,000.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Performance incentive programs and ESPP eligibility; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(K), tuition reimbursement, wellness benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years data management experience
  • 5+ years senior governance leadership
  • Enterprise-scale data governance environment
  • Federated organization transformation
  • Master/reference data without MDM tool
  • Data quality and metadata management
  • Regulatory compliance and audit readiness

Nice-to-have

  • Semiconductor or capital equipment experience
  • AI/ML digital transformation support
  • ERP PLM MES CRM platform familiarity
  • Pragmatic execution-oriented mindset
  • Strong stakeholder influence skills
  • First principles building approach

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 12+ years experience OR Master's with 10+ years
  • Direct experience in mature enterprise-scale data governance
  • Proven ability to build governance in complex federated organizations
  • Experience governing multiple domains without centralized MDM solution
  • US work authorization not explicitly specified

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