Application Engineer III (E3)

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Salary: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA 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 .

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that enable virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display. The equipment we develop and service helps advance AI and accelerate the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor technologies. Join us to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering at a company foundational to the electronics industry. Together, our work advances technology worldwide.

Support service product development through NPI testing and customer-site optimization. Develop algorithms and analytics solutions using Python, R, and AI/ML techniques. Build and support applications, dashboards, and APIs for R&D and high-volume manufacturing. Analyze SPC, FDC, sensor, and equipment data to identify root causes and improve tool reliability. Partner with cross-functional teams to define requirements, demonstrate digital tools, and drive field adoption. Translate high-value customer problems into scalable digital solutions and measurable outcomes. Lead or support projects that achieve customer-site success KPIs. Communicate project status, results, risks, and support needs clearly and promptly. Document best-known methods, procedures, and lessons learned for training and continuous improvement. Support the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and design through deployment and maintenance. Align shared SBU digital transformation priorities with product and service roadmaps. Leadership Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and teamwork within the immediate team. Engage with internal and external customers to address engineering issues, digital tool requests, and support needs. Serve as a resource for less-experienced colleagues and, as needed, lead small projects with manageable scope, risk, and resource requirements. Business Expertise Semiconductor field operations experience or strong manufacturing knowledge is required. Application design experience for high-volume manufacturing tools and scripting proficiency are required. Functional Knowledge Experience with semiconductor processes and tool maintenance for at least one tool type. Experience in software development and application design. Experience in high-volume 300 mm semiconductor or display manufacturing is preferred. Problem Solving Solve complex problems by evaluating multiple sources of information, exercising sound judgment, and bringing new perspectives to existing solutions. Impact Influence customer, operational, project, and service activities across the immediate team and related teams while working within broad guidelines and policies. Interpersonal Skills Communicate difficult or sensitive information clearly and