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:

$161,000.00 - $221,000.00

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. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & Evaluate data science modeling (incl. ML/DL) algorithms using complex time-series sensor data collected from Semi Equipment
• Perform algorithmic C&F for an algorithmic module, including problem analysis, data gathering, literature review, concept selection and evaluation and implementation constrains 
• Develop executable data science solutions delivering differentiated insights to the engineering team
• Working with SW engineering team to develop data pipeline / modeling pipeline that can be integrated with the Internal Applied platform
• Fine tune algorithm performance, troubleshoot and resolve algorithm / modeling pipeline issues
• Document algorithmic development, plan and accompany implementation, integration and testing of an algorithmic module 
• Conduct technical communication with colleagues from multi-teams under fast-paced environment from C&F to productization
• Act as a technical tutor and instructor regarding own algorithmic modules. Guide algorithm developers working with him on same module

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 6+ years of demonstrated achievement with hardware-oriented analytics
• Strong knowledge of machine learning, deep learning or other statistical data analysis techniques, such as regression, time series analysis, hypothesis testing, classification, or clustering
• Good understanding of domain knowledge including sensors, semiconductor process, etc.
• Experience in data extraction & cleaning, signal processing, and visualization for large datasets
• Excellent programming skills including python, data science packages, React, SQL and more
• Able to conduct technical communication with colleagues from globe

Business Expertise

• PhD degrees with 3+ years demonstrated achievement with time-series data analysis of machinery tools
• Hardware or process engineering experience in semiconductor industry
• Experience developing data science methods for manufacturing problems

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.

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.