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:
$161,000.00 - $221,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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.
Job Title: Physicist / Scientist IV (E4)
Location: Santa Clara, CA
- Design and lead development of scalable test platforms and custom tools to support R&D and pilot-scale deployment for energy-efficient computing applications.
- Build and validate physical models, and perform simulations to optimize performance from device to system levels.
- Collaborate with device and integration engineers to develop and refine novel processes and manufacturing technologies using custom-built systems.
- Identify problems and troubleshoot a wide range of complex problems, lead research and analysis results, supports high level / complex physics related application and system issues in the lab and in the field when required.
- Translate R&D innovations into scalable, manufacturable solutions aligned with production requirements.
- Apply principles, theories, and concepts, contributes to the development of new principles and concepts, participates in product risk management discussions leveraging his / her expertise and knowledge to influence and drive risk management decisions
- Partner with cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams to improve device performance, efficiency, and overall functionality.
- Initiate innovative physics/science projects, which extend boundaries of system performance or technology, lead the selection and management of strategic vendors for modules, maintains relationships with outside customers of innovation, universities, consortia, participate in technological customer engagements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Strong expertise in high-speed photonic interconnect technologies, including key components and system-level integration approaches.
- Deep experience with CAD modeling tools and advanced simulation methodologies.
- Demonstrate track-record of innovations and translating concepts to product realization.
- Working knowledge and hands-on experiences of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and advanced processing techniques.
- Hands-on experience in cleanroom environments.
- Proven problem-solving skills and a track record of effective collaboration in R&D and/or production settings.
- Communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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.
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Skills Required
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or closely related field.
- Strong expertise in high-speed photonic interconnect technologies and system-level integration.
- Deep experience with CAD modeling tools and advanced simulation methodologies.
- Demonstrated track record of innovations and translating concepts to product realization.
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment and advanced processing techniques.
- Hands-on experience in cleanroom environments.
- Proven problem-solving skills and successful collaboration in R&D and/or production settings.
- Ability to communicate complex concepts and negotiate to influence outcomes.
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards, with a 401(k) match structure and auto-enrollment described alongside participation in stock-related programs. The combination of matching and purchase discounts is presented as strengthening longer-term financial benefits beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision as well as life and disability protections, with additional support like EAP and virtual care. Onsite fitness/health centers in certain locations further reinforce the sense of a robust health and wellness benefits stack.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as broad, including flexible/unlimited PTO in some roles, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, and parental leave. Flex-time and flexible hours appear repeatedly as part of the overall rewards experience.
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What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
