Software Program Manager IV (E4)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary:

$133,500.00 - $183,500.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’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.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare project plans and drive projects from conception and planning through implementation, contributing to the strategies, processes, and resourcing that support them.
• Manage project schedule and task detail using project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklists, and scheduling software.
• Coordinate resources allocated from within the Division to meet on-time and on-budget objectives; initiate and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Drive cost and schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide.
• Partner with software, systems, hardware, platform, applications, field, and product management teams — including internal, external, and matrixed members — and provide technical input to help them meet project goals.
• Establish clear communication channels, define project objectives with the division, provide regular program updates to engineering leadership and key stakeholders, and prepare for release and deployment.
• Provide engineering and business process expertise to team members on standard programs and issues.

What You'll Do?

• Lead complex, multi-quarter software programs spanning cross-functional engineering teams and critical customer deliverables.
• Own end-to-end program execution: planning, prioritization, risk management, validation, and release.
• Translate business and customer requirements into actionable technical roadmaps, ensuring alignment across stakeholders.