Product Manager Director - Software

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$176,000.00 - $242,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX, Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. 

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

About Us: Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles, and more – transform their ideas into reality. Our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

Inside our company, we apply the idea of Make Possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things, and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow. If you’re looking for the next step in your future, consider Applied Materials. With the data explosion and new investment in semiconductors, it’s an exciting place to be.

Job Description: The JOLT Operations Product Development (JOLT OPD) team drives technology, business processes, and strategic innovation supporting Applied Materials Global Operations. The rapid growth in semiconductor markets across the world presents unprecedented challenges and opportunities in manufacturing, supply chain and logistics. In this role, you will spearhead digital products that serve as key enablers for Global Operations. Products will utilize the latest advances in software development, optimization, and operations strategy to help guide decision-making at all levels. If you have a passion for the use of data and software in operations and deploying products, you’ll fit right in. We need individuals who are thoughtful, eager to learn, and ready to change how an entire industry approaches solving problems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new digital applications that improve manufacturing and supply chain agility, optimize factory planning, and serve as an input into strategic decisions.
• Own the delivery of the overall technical and/or workflow solution with minimal effort and input from others; be the first person to identify and speak out when new program risks arise.
• Understand business problems related to manufacturing operations; identify and represent user needs by actively defining and aligning product requirements with stakeholder teams.
• Maintain product roadmaps that prioritize product features and become the single point of contact for the product that communicates effectively with cross-functional teams on a regular basis.
• Establish a constructive working relationship with partner teams, manage product lifecycle including requirements, software development, testing, and pilot phases.
• Manage internal and external partnerships related to technology, strategy, and operations.

Desired Qualifications:

• Degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of, or direct experi