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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 . As a Systems Engineer, you’ll design, integrate, and optimize complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving is essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes and writing system specifications. You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, confirming that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations. Role Responsibilities: Lead and execute systems engineering projects with a mix of sensor; algorithm and control system modules for plasma etch systems – from concept to production deployment Develop and optimize algorithms for automation and advanced control of complex etch subsystems: Radio Frequency (RF) Power, Pulsed Voltage (PVT), Flow and Temperature Identify and address gaps in sensor technologies necessary to diagnose equipment performance in production environment Build and qualify prototypes of new designs, or procure entire subsystems from outsourced suppliers and test for compliance with detailed specifications Design and implement solutions that effectively combine classical mathematical algorithms with deep learning approaches to solve productivity challenges Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Field, Marketing, Product, Applications, Software, and Systems teams to gather requirements and integrate sensor and control system solutions Minimum Qualifications: PhD (or Masters w/ experience) in Engineering or Physics Demonstrated expertise in one or more of following disciplines: RF/DC Plasma Systems; Plasma Sensing; Algorithm Development 3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment industry Data Analysis skills using MATLAB, Python or similar Experience in multidisciplinary R&D environment: SW/HW/ Algo Outstanding written and verbal communication to influence range of stakeholders 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. 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.

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Santa Clara,CA
Lead and execute systems engineering projects with a mix of sensor; algorithm and control system modules for plasma etch systems – from concept to production deployment
Develop and optimize algorithms for automation and advanced control of complex etch subsystems: Radio Frequency (RF) Power, Pulsed Voltage (PVT), Flow and Temperature
Identify and address gaps in sensor technologies necessary to diagnose equipment performance in production environment
Build and qualify prototypes of new designs, or procure entire subsystems from outsourced suppliers and test for compliance with detailed specifications
Design and implement solutions that effectively combine classical mathematical algorithms with deep learning approaches to solve productivity challenges
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Field, Marketing, Product, Applications, Software, and Systems teams to gather requirements and integrate sensor and control system solutions
PhD (or Masters w/ experience) in Engineering or Physics
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of following disciplines: RF/DC Plasma Systems; Plasma Sensing; Algorithm Development
3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment industry
Data Analysis skills using MATLAB, Python or similar
Experience in multidisciplinary R&D environment: SW/HW/ Algo
Outstanding written and verbal communication to influence range of stakeholders
Additional Information
Assignee / Regular
Yes, 10% of the Time

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