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Algorithm Developer III - (E3)

Job ID
R2514449
Date posted
06/02/2025
Location
Santa Clara, California
Category
Engineering

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

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You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible leading research, design, development and implementation ofalgorithmic modules. You will perform algorithmic concept and feasibility for image processing algorithms, including problem analysis, data gathering, literature review, concept selection and evaluation and implementation constrains.

Your key responsibilities will be

  • Demonstrates understanding of computer vision and machine learning / deep learning algorithms for image analysis, pattern recognition, metrology, and object detection.

  • Prototyping algorithms approaches to solve complex problems and drive integration of new algo solutions to product.

  • Algorithm optimization to reduce computational cost and influence hardware requirements.

You will be a great fit if you have

  • Strong background in computer vision, image processing, and DL technology

  • Expertise in C/C++, Python, MATLAB and working experience with Tensor Flow, Pytorch or similar framework

  • Academic background in Computer Vision; Deep Learning, Machine Learning, or Artificial Intelligence.

  • Experience working in Semiconductor industry.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with strong interpersonal communication skills.

  • Experience in managing teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources.

  • Ph.D. or Master’s in computer science/engineering or similar fields with 5+ years of experience

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

U.S. Salary Range:

$161,000.00 - $221,000.00

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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.