Senior Director Technology jobs at Applied Materials in Singapore, Singapore

Advanced Packaging Process Development

• Define and implement process flows for panel-level packaging and other advanced panel technologies.

• Drive material selection and compatibility studies for large-format form factors.

• Keeps abreast of new developments in own and related technology groups. Participates in publishing in ET conferences and journals.

• Develop innovative solutions as part of proven track record of significant technology contributions. Recognized internally (across Business Units) as one of the limited number of technical experts in their field of expertise

• Conceive and implement new technology, normally named as primary inventor on numerous critical patents and recognized through awards and/or published papers within the last five years.

• Leads and collaborates to contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Guides less experienced engineers in utilizing techniques to define methods and new technologies and apply them on unusually complex systems. Involved in judging the approach and verifying the validity of technical strategies.

Functional Knowledge

• Optimize thin film deposition techniques such as Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) (Including PECVD for low-temperature applications), Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) for atomic-scale control and high-k dielectrics.

• Electrochemical Deposition (ECD): For metal layers in advanced packaging.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Works with business unit in technology development and transfer to customers including customized process development. Plans unit process sequence based on customer requirements. Negotiates process specifications and service offerings with customers. Takes ownership of delivering the required solution to the customers that meets specification.

• Serves as the customer expert across a broad range of products. Plays a key role in defining product strategy and identifying gaps. Provides feedback to business unit heads on process and hardware improvements to meet customer roadmap requirements.

• Work closely with design, reliability, and materials teams to ensure manufacturability and performance.

• Support technology transfer from development to high-volume manufacturing.

• Provides oversight of customer demos, including defining demo conditions and analyzing results.

Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement

• Analyze process data for trend identification and optimization.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for unit level process and cycle time improvement.

• Conduct root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective actions to improve yield and reliability.

• Within safety guidelines design, perform, collect data, analyze and compile reports on unusually complex engineering experiments and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 15 years of experience, Master’s degree with 10 years or PhD degree with 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

• Expertise in thin film deposition techniques and dielectric etch and panel packaging process integration .

• Experience with advanced packaging technologies such as fan-out panel-level packaging (FOPLP), substrate technology and wafer Back-end technology.

• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in semiconductor packaging.

• Strong understanding of semiconductor packaging technologies and process flows.

• Strong knowledge of process characterization and troubleshooting.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment

• Excellent communication skills

Work Location

• Science Park II (Moving to Tampines in end 2026)

Key Responsibilities

• Improve current generation plasma activation technology for hybrid bonding and develop next generation plasma technology​ and process

• Design and execute experiments to study various types of plasma and their processes to understand their interaction with bonding surfaces. Analyze data to identify the key and common factor(s) of plasma that contributes to the strongest activation for hybrid bonding.

• Optimize process and/ or drive CIPs to improve current generation plasma chamber. Identify the most suitable plasma technology and conduct CnF tests to define requirements for next generation chamber.

• Deep dive with local & global engineering teams to prototype next gen chamber based on defined requirements. Evaluate proto chamber for hybrid bonding process, propose innovative solutions, and drive engineering optimization.

• Plasma technology & process subject-matter expect to guide account/field teams on tough plasma technical issues in terms of process and physics.

Functional Knowledge

• Good understanding of plasma physics and processes is essential.

• Practical background on any types of plasma technology and its characterization is needed.

• Familiar with common plasma characterization tools (such as OES, ion sensor, RGA, thickness measurement etc.) and methodology.

• Knowhow to analyze surface characterization results (XPS, TEM, phase analysis, SIMS, EELS, etc) is a strong plus.

• Any backgrounds of WoW or CoW bonding is a bonus.

Opportunities

• On-job training on CoW hybrid bonding processes and challenges.

• Developing a state-of-the-art integrated hybrid bonder and play a part in this historical industrial inflection from micro-bump/TCB to hybrid bonding. Working with subject-matter experts in various areas around the globe on plasma product development.

• Technical training on/ exposure to up & downstream integration processes and interaction with hybrid bonding

Requirements

• Engineering or science university educational background.

• > 2 years experiences on plasma HW/ process development preferred.

• 10% travel commitment to the US (California), Taiwan, Korea or Europe

Working Location

• Science Park II, Singapore

Key Responsibilities

• Improve current generation plasma activation technology for hybrid bonding and develop next generation plasma technology​ and process

• Design and execute experiments to study various types of plasma and their processes to understand their interaction with bonding surfaces. Analyze data to identify the key and common factor(s) of plasma that contributes to the strongest activation for hybrid bonding.

• Optimize process and/ or drive CIPs to improve current generation plasma chamber. Identify the most suitable plasma technology and conduct CnF tests to define requirements for next generation chamber.

• Deep dive with local & global engineering teams to prototype next gen chamber based on defined requirements. Evaluate proto chamber for hybrid bonding process, propose innovative solutions, and drive engineering optimization.

• Plasma technology & process subject-matter expect to guide account/field teams on tough plasma technical issues in terms of process and physics.

Functional Knowledge

• Good understanding of plasma physics and processes is essential.

• Practical background on any types of plasma technology and its characterization is needed.

• Familiar with common plasma characterization tools (such as OES, ion sensor, RGA, thickness measurement etc.) and methodology.

• Knowhow to analyze surface characterization results (XPS, TEM, phase analysis, SIMS, EELS, etc) is a strong plus.

• Any backgrounds of WoW or CoW bonding is a bonus.

Opportunities

• On-job training on CoW hybrid bonding processes and challenges.

• Developing a state-of-the-art integrated hybrid bonder and play a part in this historical industrial inflection from micro-bump/TCB to hybrid bonding. Working with subject-matter experts in various areas around the globe on plasma product development.

• Technical training on/ exposure to up & downstream integration processes and interaction with hybrid bonding

Requirements

• Engineering or science university educational background.

• > 2 years experiences on plasma HW/ process development preferred.

• 10% travel commitment to the US (California), Taiwan, Korea or Europe

Working Location

• Science Park II, Singapore

What We Offer

Program ownership in development, oversight and execution of Security programs and initiatives for Applied Material’s regional security function. This role requires a unique combination of security & crisis management expertise coupled with Strategic oversight, risk mitigation planning, cross-regional alignment and stakeholder engagement experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the development of Applied Materials Security & Business Resiliency Program.

• Implementation of Federal Security Programs, guard force services deployment, investigations, events security, emergency preparedness, and managing workplace violence prevention initiatives.

• Budget / results accountability for assigned projects, programs and initiatives.

• Works cross-functionally to develop KPI’s & SLA’s in areas of responsibility.

• Development of security awareness and training programs.

• Other initiatives / projects as needed

Leadership Skills Required

• Security program development

• Must have 100% credibility, objectivity and respect across all parts of the business

• Ability to identify risk and define mitigation measures.

• Willingness to challenge status quo, innovate and introduce new ideas

• Understanding of differences in standards across geographies and cultures

• Proactive mindset.

• Build relationships with key stakeholders and business leaders

• Promote the Security function as subject a matter expert within Applied Materials

• Ability to collaborate with other service functions (GIS, HR, Finance, Legal)

Professional Expertise/ Knowledge

• Industry best practices and metrics defining operational performance

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams around Security and business continuity program process implementation and emergency management – preferably in global corporation setting

• Program management in global security domain

• Knowledge of estimating and cost associated with various system applications

Experience

• 2+ years in a similar role within a multi-national corporate security team

• Experience in program management / Security planning & initiatives

• Former corporate security / law enforcement / military experience highly desired

Skills

• Service-oriented approach

• Excellent organizational skills

• Solid decision-making and judgment

• Excellent presentation skills

• Engaging communicator with ability to influence the leadership

• Ability to work within a matrix environment with cross-functional collaboration

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required, Master’s Degree in a related field is a plus.

No. of Direct Reports

• 10 or less

Work Location

• Upper Changi

Key Responsibilities

• Manages and directs the activities of the EHS function and staff. Coach, mentor and supervise EHS team to implement the EHS management systems to minimize the risks to employees, customers and the environment. Develop EHS strategies and lead team members to develop action plans for continually improving performance and customer satisfaction. Leads in defining, developing and sustaining the EHS strategy and roadmap and supporting business processes for a Region or major business segment.
• Set up and maintenance of the EHS system to drive continuous improvements. Supervises direct reports in their assigned activities with specific responsibility for staffing, technical leadership within the group, staffprofessional/managerial/leadership skills and career development, budget management. Ensures that work is assigned appropriately and that results are obtained and evaluated.
• Maintain communication channel with site/location functions. Ensures that specific projects assigned are completed as planned to meet customer goals. Provides management with updates and escalation onprojects/programs.
• Ensures proper investigations of accident / incidents conducted for EHS events and drives corrective actions. Ensures development and implementation of EHS programs and continuous improvements to reduce EHS risks and incidents. Ensures development and implementation EHS training programs
• Track and trend local EHS legislation and take appropriate action to comply with requirements. Communicates EHS issues to all necessary management and employees. Generates necessary reports and documentation. Ensures customer satisfaction via support of factory of field operations and prompt resolution of critical issues and problems as well as strong communication within Applied Materials.
• Review and report EHS progress and performance for assigned site/function. Develops, monitors and controls the budget for EHS operations. Remains knowledgeable of progress made in EHS technology. Ensures that applicable advances in technology are incorporated within Applied Materials.
• Ensures compliance with required codes, standards and regulations. Interfaces with internal and external customers regarding EHS issues. Act as a liaison with local, regional or federal regulatory authorities.
• Provide technical guidance on environmental, safety and health issues to the business unit and contribute to the development of company-wide EHS standards and procedures. Oversees accident / incident investigations and analyzes pertinent data. Documents results. Oversees Workers Compensation program. Executes and recommends modifications to corporate policy

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices

Business Expertise

• Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions

Leadership

• Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy

Problem Solving

• Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment

Impact

• Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business

Interpersonal Skills

• Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations, exercises sensitivity to the audience

Education:Bachelor's Degree

Experience:15+ Years

This position may require certified ISO14001, ISO18001 internal auditor. Certification of Work safety and health officer; Certification of Fire Safety Manager.

What We Offer