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:
$108,000.00 - $148,500.00
Location:
Albany,NY
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.
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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every advanced semiconductor chip and display in the world. Our unparalleled expertise in engineering materials at the atomic scale and transforming innovations into high-volume manufacturing enables customers to turn breakthrough ideas into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations Make Possible® the technologies that are shaping the future.
Within the Office of the CTO, we are pioneering next-generation technologies that will drive energy-efficient computing and communications. Our team is developing innovative slow-and-wide photonic interconnect architectures to address the growing data movement bottleneck in AI data centers, leveraging Applied Materials’ leadership in photonics, heterogeneous integration, and advanced packaging technologies.
To accelerate this vision, we are seeking a passionate and innovative technologist with a strong semiconductor background to develop device architectures, process technologies, and integration solutions for emerging photonic platforms and future technology inflections. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of semiconductor and photonics innovation, helping define the next generation of computing and communication systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead process integration for advanced semiconductor and photonic devices, enabling next-generation high-performance interconnect technologies
Translate device architectures and design layouts into robust, manufacturable process flows across development and pilot manufacturing
Drive C&F activities, including rapid proof-of-concept and prototyping builds
Define and track critical process parameters and integration metrics; partner with module owners to optimize unit processes
Drive yield improvement, SPC, and CIP across complex fabrication flows
Conduct optical, electrical, and tolerance analyses to improve device efficiency, scalability, and manufacturability
Collaborate cross-functionally with process engineering, product development, design, and production teams to accelerate technology development
Engage with external vendors, partners and customers to support technology development, material selection, and process scaling
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related discipline (Master’s degree with relevant industry experience will be considered)
Strong experience in semiconductor process integration in leading fab / foundry
Knowledges of semiconductor unit processes including lithography, etch, thin film deposition, metallization, implant, CMP, etc.
Strong experience in yield analysis, metrology, and SPC implementation
Proven ability to work effectively in matrixed, cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in heterogeneous integration of GaN and III/V material with Si platform
Experience in photonic devices, co-packaged optics (CPO), or optical interconnect technologies
Key Competencies
Demonstrated depth in building, debugging, and optimizing device integration flows.
Strong innovation mindset with the ability to develop novel, out-of-the-box integration solutions to complex technical challenges.
Proven ability to influence and align stakeholders without direct authority across diverse functional teams.
Clear and structured communication of complex integration challenges, trade-offs, and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong discipline in process documentation, change management, and data-driven decision-making
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
The 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.
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