**Key Responsibilities** Leads advanced, practical applications of scientific theory and exceptionally complex processes in the development and ongoing technical management of the unit's products; influences technology development across the company Interact with key customers and other Business Units' technologists to resolve exceptionally complex process engineering issues for the division to address our customers High Value Problems (HVP) Participates in strategic planning to integrate research and development processes with both the unit and the Product Business Group's overall business plan Responsible for technology leadership, research, development and implementation in new products and extensions or enhancements to existing product lines Responsible for alpha engineering program regarding all process technology related issues for the division/segment Responsible for alpha and beta product release for the division/segment **Functional Knowledge** + Demonstrates a broad and comprehensive understanding of the different systems, theories and practices relevant to a discipline. The role must keep abreast of new developments in order to help define the necessary changes to policy and practice **Business Expertise** + Utilizes highly specialized skills to expand Applied’s technology footprint or customer base or to increase operational efficiencies in support of Applied’s business objectives + Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of the industry in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. This includes enabling the business unit to differentiate itself from the competition **Leadership** + Leads key cross-functional project teams or initiatives. Acts as a mentor and role model to others within the organization **Problem Solving** + Exercises a high degree of autonomy when making decisions that impact the business unit or function deliverables **Impact** + Decisions impact annual goal attainment and contribute to achievement of important objectives of the business unit and may impact other external functions or groups **Interpersonal Skills** + Demonstrates sound communication skills to be able to modify the beliefs and opinions of other peers in the business unit. + Creates strong business relationships with key stakeholders to enlist their active support **Qualifications** **Education:** Bachelor's Degree **Skills:** **Certifications:** **Languages:** **Years of Experience:** 15+ Years **Work Experience:** **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** Yes, 50% of the Time **Relocation Eligible:** No **U.S. Salary Range:** $224,000.00 - $308,000.00 The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.