Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$180,500.00 - $248,500.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

You’ll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

- Build a defect knowledge base, defect troubleshooting methodologies, defect root cause prediction algorithms, and knowledge-assist software application for rapid and accurate defect troubleshooting.

- Manage global deployment of the defect software application and defect knowledge base. Drive adoption.

- Develop and maintain training and communications collateral for the field deployment of the defect software application and defect knowledge base.

- Collaborate with customer-facing engineers to understand fab defect troubleshooting methodologies, requirements, and high value problems by equipment types.

- Interface and coordinate with business unit senior management to define program objectives and provide status updates. Develop product roadmap.

- Develop and report program metrics.

- Build defect case study collateral. Oversee company-wide sharing of defect troubleshooting and defect reduction learnings.

- Develop thought leadership in defect troubleshooting and defect reduction.

Functional Knowledge

Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function.Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field.

Business Expertise

Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business.Communicate with customers and external partners.

Leadership

Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership.Supports overall business strategy.

Problem Solving

Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; use ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions.

Impact

Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products.

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions. 

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.