Hardware (HW) Qualification and Development Support Team (DST) Engineer IV
Amat· Semiconductor equipment· Oct 25, 2026 · 2d ago
Santa Clara,CA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$161K–$221K
4+ years exp
Job description
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.
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 .
General Profile
Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead functional teams or projects.
Key Responsibilities
Technical expert in at least 2 R&D discipline (Optic, Electronic, Motion, SEM).
1. Support R&D module owner in “Off & On Tool” Module Integration, Calibration and Qualification;
2. Qualify Module performance to spec (on & off tool);
3. Support R&D development (C&F) activities.
Lead Qualifications:
1. Lead Qualification of complex, non-system components (isolated from application);
2. Provide risk assessment.
3. Define & execute Qualification plans; Define, execute and qualify calibration procedures (off and on tool).
4. Proficient in utilizing MES platforms (e.g., SiView, Applied Materials APF, Siemens Opcenter, or equivalent) to monitor lot holds, review step histories, and extract operational data to support yield analysis and process troubleshooting.
Tool owner - Expert in tool Build and complex Integration.
Production documentation: define and qualify full build book and full sub system ATP tests.
High debug ability and 3rd level of escalation to modules that are within area of expertise
Drives cross functional alignment among stakeholders from multiple organizations to align priorities, schedules R&D activities, execute projects, and report out results
Functional Knowledge
Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field
Business Expertise
Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services
Leadership
May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
Problem Solving
Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
Impact
Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies
Interpersonal Skills
Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
Education: Bachelor s Degree
Experience: 4 - 7 Years
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.
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