Application Development Engineer - (E3 or E4)

Applied Materials, Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in the United States is seeking a senior technical leader to drive the product application roadmap, working closely with customers to understand their technologies and future needs.

You will lead cross-functional teams, guide complex development, and ensure successful installation and deployment of applied solutions across semiconductor and display ecosystems. The role emphasizes strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication to influence

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a technical field with leadership experience.
• Experience supporting product evaluations, installations, and development with semiconductor customers.
• Ability to translate requirements into effective solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product application roadmap by understanding customer technologies and future needs.
• Serve as technical lead for complex development activities and cross-functional teams.
• Drive beta-site evaluations, customer demos, and proof-of-concept activities.
• Partner with customers to analyze requirements and manage timelines.
• Develop and approve application support plans for installation and deployment.
• Create methodologies to optimize system performance for customer applications.
• Transfer new capabilities from development to support teams.
• Lead technical reviews, presentations, and problem-solving with customers.
• Identify and address complex challenges with advanced analytics.
• Lead projects with moderate complexity, risk, and resources.
• Influence product, operations, and customer success objectives through tech insight.

Skills

Semiconductor metrology

Customer engagement

Technical leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

Master's degree with relevant industry experience

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $128,000.00 - $176,000.00

Location: Beaverton,OR, Chandler,AZ

You'll 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.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the product application roadmap by developing a deep understanding of customer technologies, challenges, and future requirements.
• Serve as the technical lead for complex application development activities, customer engagements, and cross-functional project teams.
• Drive execution of beta-site evaluations, customer demonstrations, and proof-of-concept activities, ensuring alignment with Statements of Work (SOWs) and project schedules.
• Partner with customers to analyze technical requirements, define success criteria, and manage implementation timelines.
• Develop and approve application support plans to ensure successful product installation and deployment.
• Create and implement new methodologies to optimize system performance for specific customer applications.
• Analyze, develop, validate, and transfer new application capabilities from product development teams to customer-facing application support organizations.
• Lead technical reviews, presentations, and problem‑solving discussions with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and address complex technical challenges, leveraging advanced analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
• Lead functional projects and teams with moderate levels of complexity, risk, and resource requirements.
• Influence product, operational, and customer success objectives through technical expertise and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred. (Master's degree with relevant industry experience may also be considered.)
• Experience in semiconductor inspection, metrology, testing, or advanced packaging applications strongly preferred.
• Experience working directly with semiconductor customers, supporting product evaluations, installations, and application development is highly desirable.
• Advanced expertise in a specialized technical discipline, with the ability to apply deep knowledge to solve complex customer challenges.
• Proven experience interpreting business and technical requirements and translating them into effective solutions, processes, or product enhancements.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams, projects, and customer engagements.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems using innovative and analytical approaches.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex concepts, influence stakeholders, and negotiate technical solutions.

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

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.

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