As a Senior Physicist or Scientist in the R&D team at this innovative company, you will lead and execute complex engineering projects, spearheading research and development of new technologies. Your daily tasks include defining experiments, troubleshooting system problems, and collaborating with external customers to drive technological advancements. You will apply advanced principles and theories to influence risk management decisions, initiate groundbreaking physics/science projects, and mentor less experienced team members. Key skills required are expertise in physics or a related field, proficiency in research methodologies, and the ability to lead feasibility studies and present findings effectively. This role demands strong analytical thinking and innovative problem-solving capabilities, with an expectation for contributions to patents and published papers within five years.
Skills
Python
C++
Linux
Git
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
CI/CD
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
RESTful APIs
JSON
XML
Scrum
Agile
PCI DSS
SOX
HIPAA
What you'll do
Leads and executes complex engineering projects and research initiatives.
Designs and qualifies complex systems and modules for physics-related applications.
Troubleshoots a wide range of technical issues in both lab and field settings.
Develops new technology concepts, conducts feasibility studies, and leads decision-making processes.
Mentors less experienced scientists and physicists within the organization.
Researches competitive technologies, evaluates new innovations, and promotes technological advancements.
Contributes to product risk management discussions and drives strategic decisions.
What we're looking for
Leads and executes complex engineering projects and research initiatives.
Troubleshoots and qualifies complex systems, providing expertise in physics-related issues.
Develops new technology concepts, participates in critical patents, and publishes papers.
Mentors less experienced scientists and physicists within the team.
Evaluates competition technologies, conducts feasibility studies, and promotes new capabilities.
Collaborates on difficult issues impacting design and product success.
Market check
Salary context
This
$161,000–$221,000
range sits above
63%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$129,900–$225,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$140,975–$211,200
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.
Remote (Usa-Mn Mounds View North, US)14 days ago
$108,800–$163,200
Metals Physics
Chemistry
Processing and Characterization
Magnetic physics
Electrochemistry
Corrosion and stability
ASTM
ISO
Six Sigma
Statistical methods
Design of Experiments (DoE)
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook