AI/ML Director

**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: $214,000.00 - $294,800.00 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](https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/). **Key Responsibilities** - Develop, manage and executes an algorithmic major module, flow, or package or a Matlab (system, product) major module, flow or package, including research, design, development and implementation & proliferation accompanying in accordance with project budgets and time schedules. - Takes complete ownership and management of algorithmic C&F for major algorithmic modules, flow or package, including problem analysis, data gathering, literature review, concept selection and evaluation and implementation constrains. - Develop innovative solutions as part of proven track record of significant technology contributions. - Create and Document algorithmic development, plan and accompany implementation, integration and testing of an algorithmic module, flow or package. - Interact with internal and external customers to analyze gaps, define and plan activities, collect data and accompany integration, testing and proliferation of algorithmic solution Viewed as a company resource for specific technology and interacts with the engineering community internally and externally, based on business need. - As a technical role model to Applied's technical and engineering community, this position acts as a mentor to guide less experienced engineers. - Typically is involved in judging the approach and verifying the validity of technical strategies. - Evaluate new technology and analyze competitor's technology. Responsible for technical leadership for algorithmic investigations. **Functional Knowledge** - Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function. - Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field. **Business Expertise** - Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business. **Leadership** - Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership. **Problem Solving** - Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions. **Impact** - Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products. **Interpersonal Skills** - Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions. **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** Yes, 10% of the Time **Relocation Eligible:** No 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. 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. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our [careers site](https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) accessible to all users. 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