Who We Are
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.
What We Offer
Location:
Singapore,SGPYou’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
- Proactively shape HR BU/Function strategies and priorities to align to BU strategy and changing needs. Help shape the appropriate culture. Diagnose and provide appropriate interventions to optimize business/function performance to execute against strategy goals.
Conduct organizational & talent assessments; develop talent strategy and pipeline to staff and build workforce capability. (e.g., selection, assessment, development, succession)
Design and implement change management, communication and engagement strategies within the BU/Function.
Actively partner, coach & develop and influence executive leadership Highly Complex-Most significant complexity and impact, highest risk environment. Large Scope-Generally supporting multiple products/services and/or functions.
Collaborate with COE & HR Ops to execute on BU/Function strategy and HR annual programs and processes. Effectively leverage and partner in the design and development of specialized initiatives to deliver the HR strategy
Leverage tools and systems e.g.; Workforce Dashboard, Workday to perform analytics in support of business strategy.
As required, lead M,A&D diligence and integration(s) from the HR perspective. Partner with M,A&D core team and regional HR on projects, programs, processes and initiatives to integrate the acquisition with the BU/Function.
Provide a leadership role on at least one enterprise-wide initiative annually.
Functional Knowledge
- Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function
Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field
Business Expertise
- Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business
Leadership
- Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership
Problem Solving
- Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions
Impact
- Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products
Interpersonal Skills
- Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
NoRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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.
Skills Required
- Recognized as a functional expert with broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge HR theories, techniques, or technologies.
- Experience influencing internal or external business and regulatory issues affecting the organization.
- Experience leading highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives and providing thought leadership.
- Ability to proactively identify and solve complex problems using innovative methods.
- Ability to influence business direction through innovative services, products, or initiatives.
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors.
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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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
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.







