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Project/Program Management

Austin, TX · On-site

$128K - $176K/yr

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What is it like to work at Applied Materials?

Applied Materials is a technology company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. The company's global workforce is organized into diverse teams, working together to develop and deliver cutting-edge solutions for the semiconductor and display industries, with a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility. Working at Applied Materials may appeal to candidates who are passionate about technology, eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects, and motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact on the world through their work.

What makes Applied Materials an attractive place to work?

Applied Materials is a leading global provider of materials engineering solutions used to produce semiconductors, displays, and other technologies that power many modern devices. The company fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, with opportunities for employees to work on cutting-edge projects, develop new skills, and contribute to groundbreaking technologies. By joining Applied Materials, professionals can gain valuable experience, advance their careers, and be part of a company that is shaping the future of technology and driving innovation.

Do workers at Applied Materials get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does Applied Materials pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Applied Materials, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
91% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Applied Materials affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
95% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Applied Materials?

Most people get paid time off work.
83% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 64% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do workers at Applied Materials worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do Applied Materials workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for Applied Materials workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Applied Materials?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
94% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Applied Materials managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
84% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at Applied Materials spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Applied Materials?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
94% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is a Applied Materials job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
67% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and February 2026.

Is working at Applied Materials good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Applied Materials?

Some people feel stressed out here.
50% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
83% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
67% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Applied Materials?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Applied Materials?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Applied Materials’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
73% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Applied Materials is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
71% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular job types at Applied Materials?

    What are the most popular jobs at Applied Materials?

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    Infographic showing various Program Management job openings at Applied Materials in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

    Technical Project/Program Management Director

    Applied Materials

    Santa Clara, CA • On-site

    $172K - $237K/yr

    Full-time

    Posted 5 days ago

    Applied Materials rating

    8.7

    Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

    Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    15th of 540 rated manufacturers

    Job description

    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:
    $172,000.00 - $237,000.00
    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.
    Role Summary
    The Technical Program Manager (TPM) Director will serve as the central orchestrator of large, complex module programs spanning Logic and Memory business units and key strategic customers (e.g., Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron, Intel). This role requires a unique blend of technical depth in semiconductor process technologies, business acumen, and executive-level communication to drive program execution from concept through high-volume manufacturing enablement. The TPM will be the binding force across engineering, business development, CTO, and customer organizations - ensuring alignment, speed, and accountability at every stage.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Customer Program Ownership: Lead end-to-end program management for strategic customer engagements, including Technology Review Meetings (TRMs), yield improvement task forces, and cost reduction initiatives. Own program scoping, planning, risk management, and execution to plan of record.
    • Executive Stakeholder Management: Prepare and present executive-level materials (slide decks, agendas, executive summaries) for meetings with customer VPs, CTOs, EVPs, and internal senior leadership. Represent Applied Materials with credibility and technical authority.
    • Cross-Functional & Cross-BU Coordination: Drive alignment across multiple BUs (e.g., MDP, Etch, CTO, Logic Modules, Memory Modules), integrated development teams (IDTs), and cross-functional teams (CFTs) through structured weekly and monthly review cadences.
    • Global Team Leadership: Coordinate program execution across US headquarters and international sites (Korea, Japan, Taiwan), managing across time zones, cultural contexts, and customer organizational structures.
    • Risk & Decision Management: Proactively identify, assess, and retire program risks. Lead trade-off assessments and critical-path analysis to drive timely decision-making and escalation.
    • Communication & Program Rigor: Maintain disciplined program cadence with detailed meeting minutes, action item tracking, milestone reporting, and weekly/monthly executive status updates. Ensure transparency on program performance, risks, gaps, and help needed.
    • Business Development Integration: Partner with business development and strategy teams to shape new module engagement opportunities, translate customer requirements into actionable program plans, and align demo/development priorities with business objectives.

    Qualifications
    Required
    • Education: BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related semiconductor discipline. PhD preferred.
    • Experience: 12+ years in the semiconductor industry with at least 5 years in technical program management, business management, or engineering leadership roles.
    • Technical Depth: Strong working knowledge of advanced semiconductor process technologies - including but not limited to DRAM, Logic/Foundry nodes, BEOL integration, FEOL device engineering, etch, deposition, and module integration.
    • Customer-Facing Experience: Proven track record of managing programs directly with major semiconductor manufacturers (IDMs, foundries, memory makers) at the VP/Director level and above.
    • Program Management Expertise: Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi-workstream programs with rigorous schedule, budget, and risk management discipline.
    • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to distill complex technical topics into clear executive summaries and customer-ready presentations.

    Preferred
    • Experience in semiconductor equipment or materials companies (e.g., Applied Materials, Lam Research, Tokyo Electron).
    • Familiarity with Product Development Process (PDP) frameworks, phase-gate methodologies, and program management tools (e.g., Accolade/PDBoK).
    • Bilingual (English/Korean, English/Mandarin, or English/Japanese) strongly preferred given the global customer base.
    • Experience leading cost reduction, yield improvement, or technology roadmap alignment programs with customers.
    • Track record of managing programs that span multiple technology nodes or product generations simultaneously.

    What Sets This Role Apart
    This is not a traditional TPM role. The ideal candidate will mirror the profile of our top-performing program leaders who:
    • Own the full customer engagement lifecycle - from strategic planning through TRM execution and action item follow-through
    • Operate seamlessly across technical depth and business strategy
    • Build trusted relationships with customer executives (VP, CTO, Master-level) and internal senior leadership
    • Drive urgency and accountability across globally distributed, cross-functional teams
    • Communicate with precision - executive summaries, meeting minutes, and program dashboards are second nature

    What Sets This Role Apart
    This is not a traditional TPM role. The ideal candidate will mirror the profile of our top-performing program leaders who:
    • Own the full customer engagement lifecycle - from strategic planning through TRM execution and action item follow-through
    • Operate seamlessly across technical depth and business strategy
    • Build trusted relationships with customer executives (VP, CTO, Master-level) and internal senior leadership
    • Drive urgency and accountability across globally distributed, cross-functional teams
    • Communicate with precision - executive summaries, meeting minutes, and program dashboards are second nature

    Additional Information
    Time Type:
    Full time
    Employee Type:
    Assignee / Regular
    Travel:
    Yes, 10% of the Time
    Relocation Eligible:
    Yes
    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 accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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    About Applied Materials

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    Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We're the brain (and the brawn) behind every new technology development--whether it's building semiconductor chips for smartphones and computers, or the underpinnings for robotics, AI and even smart TV display screens. With 27,000 employees in 19 countries, we offer an exciting place to grow and learn alongside some of the best people you'll ever meet. We take deep pride in our Culture of Inclusion, and we celebrate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences that help us build stronger, more resilient teams. Join us as we innovate to Make Possible a Better Future!

    Industry

    Manufacturing

    Company size

    10,000+ Employees

    Headquarters location

    Santa Clara, CA, US

    Year founded

    1967

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