Head of Enterprise AI & Agentic Automation

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 224,000 - 308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for bonuses

Stock award program

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara is seeking an engineering leader to drive the AI and Generative AI strategy. This role involves overseeing the full AI/GenAI lifecycle from ideation through production, while leading cross-functional teams and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Required qualifications include over 15 years of experience in software engineering or AI/ML, including substantial leadership experience. The position offers competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in software engineering or AI/ML, with 7+ years leading teams.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale AI/GenAI programs.
• Expertise with RPA frameworks like UiPath or Automation Anywhere.

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise AI/GenAI strategy and ensure PoC-to-production delivery.
• Architect and govern the Enterprise Agentic AI Strategy.
• Lead end-to-end MLOps programs and modernize ML infrastructure.

Skills

LLM expertise

Multi-cloud AI platforms

Python fluency

RPA development

AI governance

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

UiPath

Databricks

Azure AI Foundry

AWS Bedrock

GCP Vertex AI

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara is seeking an engineering leader to drive the AI and Generative AI strategy. This role involves overseeing the full AI/GenAI lifecycle from ideation through production, while leading cross-functional teams and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Required qualifications include over 15 years of experience in software engineering or AI/ML, including substantial leadership experience. The position offers competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.