Full-Time

Technical Project/Program Management

Augmented and Virtual Reality

Posted on 9/6/2024

Applied Materials

Applied Materials

10,001+ employees

Materials engineering for semiconductor and display manufacturing

Compensation Overview

$104k - $143k/yr

+ Bonus + Stock Award Program

Mid, Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Austin, TX, USA

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines). Advanced degree preferred.
  • Proven experience in implementing technologies in a manufacturing environment, within the semiconductor or similar industries.
  • Demonstrated expertise in program management, including the ability to plan, execute, and monitor complex projects.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and gain support from stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Technical proficiency in AR and VR technologies, including hardware, software, and development tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of identifying opportunities and overcoming challenges in AR and VR implementations.
  • Passion for AR and VR technologies, with a strong desire to drive their adoption and impact in semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment manufacturing.
  • Change management experience, including managing organizational change and guiding employees through technology adoption processes.
Responsibilities
  • Requirements gathering​
  • High value problem, differentiated valuable sustainable solution identification​
  • Identify change champions, lead ongoing engagement​
  • Hands-on end-user training / support to drive successful pilot use cases​
  • Alignment with decision makers / executive leadership​
  • AR/VR technology assessment and solution scoring​
  • Create and refine AR/VR content for pilot use cases​
  • Develop and qualify deployment model for AR/VR technology. Considerations include: Device locations and sharing between users as well as Solution architecture and integration with AMAT systems​
  • Articulate and refine project/ program success criteria​
  • Identify resources needed and project/ program risks through deployment phases​
  • Document successful AR/VR use cases, communications strategy​
  • Evolve AR/VR solution roadmap, incorporation into business processes
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced degree preferred.

Applied Materials specializes in materials engineering solutions, focusing on the production of advanced semiconductor chips and displays. The company provides equipment, services, and software that allow clients to modify materials at atomic levels, which is essential for creating next-generation electronic devices. Unlike many competitors, Applied Materials has a strong emphasis on precision and innovation in the semiconductor and display manufacturing markets, catering to a wide range of clients from major technology firms to display manufacturers. The goal of Applied Materials is to help transform technological possibilities into reality, driving advancements across various industries.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

1967

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaboration with CEA-Leti boosts innovation in energy-efficient AI data centers.
  • Investment in BE Semiconductor Industries strengthens semiconductor packaging capabilities.
  • Intel's EPIC Supplier Award highlights strong industry reputation and reliability.

What critics are saying

  • China's semiconductor self-reliance could reduce market share for Applied Materials.
  • Quantum computing collaboration may face delays due to nascent technology challenges.
  • Hybrid bonding technology investment may not yield returns if adoption is slow.

What makes Applied Materials unique

  • Leader in materials engineering for semiconductor and display manufacturing.
  • Provides atomic-level precision in material modification for next-gen devices.
  • Strong partnerships with tech firms and display manufacturers enhance market position.

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Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

Stock Options

Flexible Work Hours

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