Systems Engineer IV

Applied Materials

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $161,000–$221,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 76 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $140,500–$193,000 across 76 roles with salary data.

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As a senior systems engineer on the plasma etch systems team, you will lead and execute projects involving sensor, algorithm, and control system modules from concept to production. Your daily tasks include developing advanced automation algorithms for RF power, PVT, flow, and temperature controls, identifying gaps in sensor technologies, building prototypes, and integrating solutions with cross-functional teams. You must have a PhD or equivalent experience in engineering or physics, along with expertise in plasma systems, sensing, or algorithm development, and at least three years of semiconductor equipment industry experience. Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and multidisciplinary R&D environments is essential, as well as strong communication skills to influence stakeholders across various departments.

Skills

Python MATLAB Kubernetes Terraform AWS Git CI/CD PostgreSQL Docker Prometheus Grafana RF Plasma Systems Plasma Sensing Algorithm Development Deep Learning Classical Mathematical Algorithms Data Analysis Multidisciplinary R&D

What you'll do

Lead execution of systems engineering projects for plasma etch systems from concept to production.
Develop and optimize algorithms for automation and advanced control in RF Power, PVT, Flow, and Temperature subsystems.
Identify and address gaps in sensor technologies needed for diagnosing equipment performance in production environments.
Build and qualify prototypes or procure subsystems from suppliers, ensuring compliance with detailed specifications.
Design solutions combining classical mathematical algorithms with deep learning to enhance productivity challenges.

What we're looking for

PhD or Master's in Engineering/Physics with relevant industry experience.
Expertise in RF/DC Plasma Systems, Plasma Sensing, and Algorithm Development.
3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment development.
Proficiency in data analysis using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools.
Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D environments (SW/HW/Algo).
Strong communication skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

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