Application Engineer IV

Applied Materials

Actively hiring

Santa Clara, CA Posted 25 days ago $147,000–$202,500 / year

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TL;DR

This position is for a senior metrology engineer at Applied Materials, where you will work closely with process teams to develop and implement advanced metrology applications supporting product and process development. Your daily tasks include qualifying semiconductor process tools using optical film metrology techniques, engaging with vendors to understand new technologies, and leading technical review meetings both internally and with customers. You will define customer requirements, optimize system performance for specific applications, and contribute to the company’s long-term success through innovative solutions that enhance revenue growth and market share. Ideal candidates have a master's degree or higher in engineering or science, along with at least five years of experience in metrology techniques such as scatterometry, X-ray analysis, and defect inspection. Strong expertise in data analysis and new technology application is essential for this role, which requires occasional travel to support global teams.

Skills

Optical_thin_film_metrology X-ray_based_metrology SIMS electrical_film_metrology optical_defect_inspection TXRF_VPD VPD_ICPMS nano_indentation profilometry_AFM photoacoustic_techniques data_analysis metrology_best_practices patent_invention technical_leadership problem_solving

What you'll do

Develop metrology applications using optical film techniques to qualify semiconductor process tools.
Lead complex metrology application activities and technical review meetings with internal teams and customers.
Define customer requirements and new methodologies to optimize system performance for specific applications.
Actively engage with vendors to understand and influence future metrology solutions.
Guide less experienced engineers in applying advanced metrology techniques on complex systems.

What we're looking for

MS or higher in engineering or science with at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
Expertise in multiple metrology techniques including optical thin film and X-ray based methods.
Experience developing and implementing metrology applications for semiconductor process tools.
Ability to lead complex metrology application activities and technical review meetings.
Strong problem-solving skills for critical issues impacting product development and business success.
Guides less experienced engineers in utilizing advanced metrology techniques on complex systems.

Market check

Salary context

This $147,000–$202,500 range sits above 65% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$117,000–$198,250

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$135,000–$181,725

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

Applied Materials currently has 65 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $141,000–$193,500 across 65 roles with salary data.

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