Technology Program Manager III (B3)

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 

Location: Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX (Onsite)

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. 

What You’ll Do 

Applied’s Global Talent Acquisition Strategy and Operations team is looking for a Project Manager/ Program Manager with functional recruitment experience and TA technology portfolio expertise. The Project/ Program Manager will work closely with the Global Talent Acquisition team to take a data-led and planful approach to execute against our strategic and operational goals.  

Role Responsibilities  

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with senior leaders and program/change leaders to design, build and execute technology projects and enhancements with a focus on adoption and optimization. 

• Program Management: Oversee, with a high level of autonomy, the TA technology portfolio, collaborating closely with end users (talent advisors, hiring managers) and key partner teams (engineering, vendors) 

• Operational Effectiveness: Analyze TA data to identify trends, measure performance and drive operational rigor; prioritize competing business needs  

• Change Enablement: Provide training and support to end users on the use of technology tools and systems 

• Continuous Process Improvement: Refine global processes to enable the company to recruit at scale and speed while improving the candidate, interviewer, and recruiter experiences 

• Tech Stack Evaluation: Identify TA needs and continue to look for improvement possibilities through existing enhancements and new tools 

• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with technology vendors, ensuring they meet service level agreements and deliver quality solutions 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years relevant experience in