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:
$176,000.00 - $242,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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.
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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.Position Summary
Applied Materials is seeking a highly experienced Senior Product Owner to lead the strategy, roadmap, development and adoption of the Process & Analytical Lab Management System (PALMS).
PALMS is a strategic enterprise platform that digitizes laboratory operations, manages analytical sample workflows, and serves as the system of record for analytical lab execution across Applied Materials' global laboratory ecosystem.
The Senior Product owner will drive the long-term vision of PALMS, define investment priorities, and lead cross-functional execution across Laboratory Operations, GIS, and Business Units. The role requires balancing business transformation, operational excellence, platform scalability, and user experience while enabling the migration of legacy laboratory processes into a unified digital ecosystem.
This leader will be accountable for development, product strategy, adoption, and roadmap execution across multiple global laboratories.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Business Leadership
Product Portfolio Ownership
Global Laboratory Transformation
Enterprise Platform & Integration Strategy
Own product strategy for integration of PALMS with the broader laboratory application ecosystem
Customer & Stakeholder Leadership
Operational Excellence & Service Management
Data, Analytics & Business Outcomes
Leadership & Influence
Required Qualifications
Education
Experience
Preferred Experience
Critical Success Metrics
The Senior Product owner will be measured on:
Product Adoption
Platform Health
Delivery Excellence
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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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