Strategic Tech Programs & Partnerships Lead

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 181,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Stock award program

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Leader in Santa Clara, CA to identify and grow opportunities, drive strategic marketing initiatives, and support revenue growth across global markets.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and collaborate with legal and technical groups to file IP disclosures and patents. This full-time role offers relocation eligibility and a 20% travel expectation as you partner with external orgs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Materials Science or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering program management experience.
• Japanese language proficiency and familiarity with Japanese business culture preferred.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience influencing stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Strong program management skills with the ability to align tactical activities to strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex new technology development programs from concept through commercialization.
• Experience managing business programs, resource allocation, budgets, intellectual property filings, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive alignment among internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure program success.
• Collaborate with technical and legal teams to develop, prepare, and file IP disclosures and patent applications.
• Develop, manage, and track program budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Draft, negotiate, and execute Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) and other strategic partnership contracts.
• Establish and manage collaborative relationships with external organizations, suppliers, and development partners.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reviews, program updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure effective cross-functional coordination to meet technical, business, and operational objectives.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Budget management

IP coordination

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Materials Science

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Leader in Santa Clara, CA to identify and grow opportunities, drive strategic marketing initiatives, and support revenue growth across global markets.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and collaborate with legal and technical groups to file IP disclosures and patents. This full-time role offers relocation eligibility and a 20% travel expectation as you partner with external orgs.