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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.


Systems Administrator 3

Date:  Mar 26, 2026
Location: 

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Req ID:  196253
Worker Category:  On-site

The group you’ll be a part of

 

The Global Information Systems Group is dedicated to the success of Lam through providing best-in-class and innovative information system solutions and services. Together, we support users globally with data, information, and systems to achieve their business objectives. 

 

The impact you’ll make

As an Operational Technology (OT) Systems Administrator, you will play a critical role in enabling Engineering Lab success by delivering reliable, secure, and scalable IT/OT services. You will support end users in a fast‑paced lab environment while ensuring infrastructure, systems, and processes align with Lam standards and business requirements.

 

This role partners closely with global GIS teams, engineering stakeholders, and vendors to support and continuously improve lab technology, security posture, and operational effectiveness.

What you’ll do

  • Live Lam core values and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and collaboration
  • Support and execute IT‑approved projects and directives aligned to business and engineering needs
  • Own day‑to‑day support and lifecycle management of lab IT/OT infrastructure, including compute, storage, network, cloud, and security technologies
  • Serve as the primary IT point of contact for the Engineering Lab, providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support and managing escalations
  • Participate in an on‑call rotation to ensure operational continuity
  • Partner with global GIS peers to share best practices and align lab operations across sites
  • Monitor system and network performance; proactively identify and resolve reliability, performance, and security issues
  • Deploy and support hardware and software using approved Lam and GIS standards and procedures
  • Apply GIS and Corporate Change Control processes, including documentation, asset management, and vendor coordination
  • Support testing, piloting, and implementation of new technologies in support of evolving lab requirements
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
  • Identify and report security or policy non‑compliance risks
  • Continuously build technical expertise across supported platforms and emerging technologies
  • Perform additional duties as business needs require

Who we’re looking for

  • 5–7+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT environments across multiple technology domains
  • Strong customer focus with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering, IT, and vendor teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
  • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving IT and lab equipment as required

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience supporting semiconductor, high‑tech, or R&D environments
  • Hands‑on experience working in Engineering Labs or cleanroom environments

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.

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Salary

 

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $72,000.00 -  $170,000.00.

 

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

 

Our Perks and Benefits
 

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Discover more at Lam Benefits


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