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:
$110,500.00 - $152,000.00Location:
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.
Role Summary
We are looking for a Technical Program Manager 3 to lead cross-functional execution for new product development programs from concept through launch readiness. In this role, you will partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and business stakeholders to drive alignment, manage risk, and help deliver complex technical programs on time and within budget.
What You’ll Do
- Lead end-to-end program execution for new product development initiatives from concept planning through development, validation, implementation, and launch readiness
- Drive programs through the phase-gate product development process, ensuring alignment on milestones, deliverables, risks, and key decisions at each stage
- Build and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, dependencies, and risk management strategies to support successful execution
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and business stakeholders to drive progress and resolve issues
- Lead program reviews and provide clear communication on status, risks, mitigation plans, and decisions to stakeholders and leadership
- Track deliverables through dashboards, action-item logs, reports, and checklists to maintain accountability and follow-through
- Identify program obstacles, analyze root causes, and drive cross-functional solutions to keep development efforts on track
- Help teams navigate tradeoffs related to scope, schedule, cost, and technical execution
- Monitor program cost performance and support progress against financial and operational objectives
- Contribute to process improvements that strengthen execution, team effectiveness, and new product development outcomes
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in technical program management, project management, or a related role supporting complex product or technology development efforts
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving alignment across multiple stakeholders
- Strong experience building and managing project plans, schedules, dependencies, risks, and deliverables
- Experience supporting new product development or other complex technical programs
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority and build consensus across teams with competing priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the semiconductor industry, or in a similarly complex new product development environment, is preferred but not required
- Experience working within a phase-gate product development process
- Familiarity with cross-functional product development environments involving engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality
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.
Applied 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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Skills Required
- Experience in technical program management, project management, or a related role supporting complex product or technology development efforts.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving alignment across multiple stakeholders.
- Strong experience building and managing project plans, schedules, dependencies, risks, and deliverables.
- Experience supporting new product development or other complex technical programs.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence without direct authority and build consensus across teams with competing priorities.
- Experience in the semiconductor industry or in a similarly complex new product development environment.
- Experience working within a phase-gate product development process.
- Familiarity with cross-functional product development environments involving engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality.
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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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual and performance bonuses are often characterized as generous and predictable, with multiple programs (AIP/DBI/SIP) explicitly highlighted. Feedback suggests these incentives meaningfully augment base pay across many roles.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Restricted Stock Units and an employee stock purchase plan are standard components of offers, and strong stock performance has made equity a notable upside. In some roles, RSUs and refreshers provide a meaningful boost to total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside EAP support and on‑site/virtual health centers in key locations, are emphasized as part of a robust package. Benefits typically start on day one, and the breadth of coverage is highlighted as a core strength.
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.
