Systems Engineer Senior Director - (E7)

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.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead and/or develop and execute exceptionally complex projects having a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms and software design, which are leading edge of system functionality or technology; spearhead research and development of new technologies as appropriate; and work with Marketing to insure the meet market requirement specifications (MRS) is valid and attainable.

Use systems analysis to create a diagram in order to review specifications, influence product engineering and software to utilize system engineering concepts for new, exceptionally complex designs and ongoing engineering improvements, and supervise tests.

Interface with other divisions to workout design, systems architecture development and integration issues by utilizing concepts from other divisions or influencing other divisions to utilize concepts.

Problem identification and troubleshooting exceptionally complex engineering problems, which are on extending boundaries of technology or system functionality.

Develop and assure that the requirements of the systems architecture development process are met.

Review system engineering test results and architecture development ideas.  Influence and communicate change in adjusting design direction as necessary.

Work with vendors to develop new competitive products.  Takes business issues and architecture development findings into consideration, and works to gain acceptance and use across divisions.  Develop metrics that aid in the decision making for future business opportunities.

Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates a broad and comprehensive understanding of the different systems, theories and practices relevant to a discipline. The role must keep abreast of new developments in order to help define the necessary changes to policy and practice

Business Expertise

• Utilizes highly specialized skills to expand Applied’s technology footprint or customer base or to increase operational efficiencies in support of Applied’s business objectives

• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of the industry in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. This includes enabling the business unit to differentiate itself from the competition

Leadership

• Leads key cross-functional project teams or initiatives. Acts as a mentor and role model to others within the organization

Problem Solving

• Exercises a high degree of autonomy when making decisions that impact the business unit or function deliverables

Impact

• Decisions impact annual goal attainment and contribute to achievement of important objectives of the business unit and may impact other external functions or groups

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrates sound communication skills to be able to modify the beliefs and opinions of other peers in the business unit.

• Creates strong business relationships with key stakeholders to enlist their active support

Additional Information

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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.

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