Application Engineer III New College Grad

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:

$124,000.00 - $171,000.00

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

• Set up test benches and system software simulator using customer configurations, and develop automated scripts to validate AIX software products, standard packages, and dashboards.
• Monitor issue tracking database and generate metrics to track team performance and activities.
• Track and escalate critical issues within the issue tracking system as needed.
• Drive software quality through AIX/System software integration testing and collaborate with all AIX teams to share findings and improvements.

Functional Knowledge

• Strong field operations knowledge is required, including a solid understanding of customer operational models and the FSO account team’s service business.

• Demonstrates both conceptual and practical expertise in the primary discipline, along with foundational knowledge of related areas.

Business Expertise

• Understands industry best practices and how the function integrates with other teams.
• Maintains awareness of competitive landscape and key differentiators in the market.

Leadership

• Collaborates with multiple AIX and SSE teams to improve overall software quality and operational effectiveness

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems by applying new perspectives to existing solutions.
• Uses sound judgment based on analysis of multiple data sources and inputs.

Impact

• Influences customer, operational, project, and service-related activities within the team and across related teams.
• Operates within broad guidelines and established policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Effectively communicates complex or sensitive information.
• Builds alignment and consensus across stakeholders.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

New College Grad

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.

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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, 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.