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AGS EPI Service Business Unit – AGS Focal Director

Job ID
R2620744
Date posted
06/10/2026
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Category
Engineering

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:

$185,000.00 - $254,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

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. 

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

This role is responsible for all business aspects of Applied MaterialsEPIService Business Unit - Service Product Segmentsupplying the semiconductor industry. This person will engage cross-functionally to drive all aspects of the business and product lifecycle to deliver to customer and business expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build, mentor, manageateam of product managers andproduct line managers to develop and execute a comprehensive service product roadmap andservicestrategyfor global customer installed base.

  • Define and articulate clear product vision aligned to division goals based on market analysis and customer requirements.  Communicates service product features and valueforinternal product release process as well asforexternal customers.  

  • Champion a customer-centric approach, gatheringcustomerfeedback, analyzing data, and translatingvoice of customer to market requirement documents (MRDs)

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensiveserviceproduct roadmap, includingproductprioritization, timelines, and resource allocation.

  • Leads team in the development of customer focused service strategy, financial forecasts, business case assessment and analytics for the service product portfolio.  

  • Oversees development and execution of customer cost of ownership roadmaps for sustainable business growth

  • Drive team collaborationwithproduct team,engineering, marketing,operations,sales,field engineersand other teams to ensure seamless product launch, scaling, and field execution.

Desired Skills, Competencies & Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of experiencein epitaxy. Demonstrated depth and/or breadth of expertise inepiproductdevelopment, improvement, and field support. Experience inoperation and business a plus

  • Track record of launching and releasing complex products

  • Demonstrated leadership ability to manage and motivate a team, and influence cross functional partners

  • Market understanding – key inflections, competitive landscape, customer requirements

  • Data driven decision making – proficient in use of data analysis to drive product strategy and customer engagement plans

  • Excellent communication skills in conveying product value to both internal and external customers

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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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