Who We Are
Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer:

Salary:
$140,500.00 - $193,000.00

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.

IT Solutions Architect:

We are seeking an IT Solutions Architect who is responsible for leading the design and delivery of innovative, cost-effective, and scalable solutions that align with the strategic objectives of the organization. This includes defining architecture, evaluating technology options, and guiding cross-functional teams through the implementation process. The Solution Architect will work closely with business stakeholders, product managers, developers, and other technical leads to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop high-level architecture and design specifications, ensuring solutions align with business goals and are scalable, maintainable, and efficient.
• Design system integrations and ensure the appropriate use of technology stacks.
• Evaluate and recommend the best-fit technologies and tools for projects.
• Develop and document solution blueprints, defining the system's components, data flows, and integrations.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand their business and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure solutions are built according to architectural specifications.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead technical discussions and decision-making, ensuring solutions align with architectural standards and best practices.
• Conduct technical reviews to assess code quality, performance, security, and overall compliance with architectural guidelines.

Project Delivery:

• Act as a point of contact for technical guidance during project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Lead the identification and mitigation of technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality Assurance:

• Review assessments of existing solutions and identify opportunities for improvements or optimizations. Propose these improvements to stakeholders and Product Managers & Product Owners.
• Ensure that the architecture is resilient and compliant with industry standards and regulations (e.g., security, privacy, scalability).

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in the software development and IT architecture fields.
• Contribute to the development of best practices, reusable components, and design patterns within the organization.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.

Experience:

• 12+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3-5 years in a solution architect role or similar technical leadership position.
• Proven experience in designing, building, and delivering large-scale enterprise solutions.
• MES Experience is a plus.
• Strong background in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.) and microservices architecture.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and DevOps practices.
• Experience in semiconductors is a plus

Skills:

• Strong understanding of architectural design patterns, such as SOA, microservices, event-driven architecture, and cloud-native design.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript).
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise application integration (EAI), data management, and security protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience in DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.
• Familiarity with ITIL or other IT service management frameworks.
• Certifications in architecture (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) - is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership and teamwork.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused with a strong understanding of business goals.

Location: Santa Clara, California
Type: On-site

Additional Information:

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: No

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 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.