Physicist/scientist Quantum Technology jobs at Applied Materials

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the continual design and implementation of a scalable, global HR technology ecosystem that supports operational excellence and employee experience
• Provide strategic input into the HR technology roadmap in partnership with the Employee Experience leads and other stakeholders
• Build, lead and inspire a team of a high-performing team of HRIS analysts and HR technology professionals
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive the enhancement of HR processes to support scalability, automation, and continuous improvement across the function
• Apply emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve technical process execution and service delivery
• Demonstrate deep technical expertise in Workday; experiencing leading Workday implementations or transformations is highly desirable
• Experience with platforms such as ServiceNow, Eightfold, and other HR technologies is a strong plus.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and IT, to understand business needs and translate them into technology solutions
• Incorporate stakeholder requirements into the HR technology strategy and execution plans.
• Manage the intake, prioritization and delivery of HR technology and continuous improvement (CIP) projects.
• Oversee the execution of HR technical initiatives in close partnership with IT and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

At Applied Materials, Make Possible® is about unlocking new opportunities – with our customers and within our own company. The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Minimum of 6-8+ years of progressive experience in HR Technology, with a strong track record in a leadership capacity.

• Deep understanding of global HR systems, processes, and data governance
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of global programs, frameworks, and process improvements
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive insights and make data-driven recommendations
• Proven experience managing end-to-end HR technology projects, including requirements gathering, design validation, user acceptance testing (UAT) and deployment
• Partner effectively with Date & Analytics team to uphold data integrity, security, and compliance across HR platforms
• Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in HR technology, with the ability to collaborate across departments and solve complex business challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR technology professionals in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A hands-on leader with a strong desire to understand the details while maintaining a strategic perspective and driving innovation.

Functional Knowledge

We are a catalyst to unlock the power of our customers’ ideas and are committed to overcoming challenges that seem insurmountable. To succeed in this role requires a capacity for complexity and temperament that includes:

• A very mature individual with the right balance of confidence and humility.
• Process oriented while also strongly developing and relying on interpersonal relationships across the company
• Ability to connect equally well upwards, downwards and sideways in the organization
• Self-motivated and driven towards excellence
• A high level of EQ to be able to manage across a large team with significant diversity
• Ability to distinguish between and prioritizing urgent and important issues
• Situational awareness and complex decision-making ability appropriate for the situation

Strategic Leadership:

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of enterprise-wide HR technology initiatives, including platforms such as Workday, ServiceNow, LMS, and other integrated enterprise systems.

• Define and drive the digital roadmap to align HR technology solutions with business objectives and future scalability.

Architecture & Integration Expertise

• Serve as a subject matter expert in HR system architecture and integrations, advising on best practices, long-term sustainability, and enterprise alignment.

• Facilitate architectural reviews and technical design discussions to ensure robust, scalable, and secure solutions.

• Ensure seamless data flow and synchronization across HR, IT, and business systems through effective cross-platform integration management.

Innovation & Optimization

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline HR processes, enhance system performance, and drive innovation across the enterprise ecosystem.

• Lead the implementation of scalable AI solutions to improve productivity and efficiency across HR business processes.

• Drive continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and process optimization.

Platform Oversight & Delivery

• Oversee system configuration, user provisioning, content deployment, and advanced reporting to ensure optimal platform functionality and user experience.

• Translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions that elevate employee experience and operational productivity.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all HR technology implementations comply with legal, security, and data governance standards.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to refine requirements, prioritize initiatives, and deliver impactful solutions.

• Mentor and guide solution architects, functional analysts, and technical teams to solve high-value business challenges and foster a culture of excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources Technology, or a related field. (Required)

• Over 10+ years of experience implementing and managing large-scale Workday solutions across enterprise environments ( Required )

• Possesses deep expertise in end-to-end HR business processes, with a strong understanding of how technology enables and enhances each stage of the employee lifecycle.

• Proven experience with systems architecture, design, and/or integrations across platforms such as Workday and ServiceNow. (Required)

• Implementation knowledge of AI in HR and Workday Extend is preferred

• Strong background in API management, middleware, and enterprise integration frameworks.

• Demonstrated ability to partner with cross-functional business and technical teams to design and deliver scalable solutions.

• Experience leading technical discussions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration

• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral

• Good problem solver with ability to consider alternative and diverse perspectives customer expectations

Interpersonal Skills:

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

Key Responsibilities

• Supports ad-hoc statistical and data mining analysis, using statistical tools like R, Python, Unix.
• Interfaces with internal customers for requirements analysis and compiles data for scheduled or special reports and analysis
• Supports project teams to develop analytical models, algorithms and automated processes, applying SQL understanding and PHP or Python programming, to cleanse, integrate and evaluate large datasets.
• Supports the design and development of program methods, processes and systems to consolidate and analyze structured and unstructured, diverse "big data" sources
• Supports the timely development of products for manufacturing and process information by applying sophisticated data analytics

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual knowledge of theories, practices and procedures within a discipline

Business Expertise

• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities; accountable for developing technical contribution

Problem Solving

• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments

Impact

• Has limited impact on own work team; works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

interpersonal Skills

• Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding

• Architect and implement automation solutions for warehouse operations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, logistics, manufacturing, and customer service teams.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed systems.
• Advance automation with Smart Vision and RFID-based transactions.
• Establish quality metrics at automated audit stations to drive operational excellence.
• Train staff on new technologies and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Manage SAP and automation roadmaps, prioritizing high-value programs.
• Lead medium to large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and budget.
• Ensure adherence to GIS project management, change control, and service standards.

• Deep knowledge of automation technologies and SAP integration.
• Ability to interpret business challenges and recommend best practices.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex technical projects.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Proven experience in warehouse automation and systems integration.
• Proficiency with automation technologies, robotics, and control systems.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, processes, and optimization.
• Experience with programming languages relevant to automation (e.g., Python, PLC programming, ).
• Software Knowledge: CAD, SmartSheet, Tableau, Excel, Minitab/JMP, SAP, Creo, Visio
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams
• Six Sigma Certification: Green Belt or Black Belt

• Influences operational and customer outcomes through automation strategy.
• Communicates complex concepts and negotiates across teams and stakeholders.
• Viewed as a consultant and technical leader by internal and external partners.

• Support Future Growth: Ensure automation systems are scalable for increased volume and complexity.
• Reduce Non-Value-Added Activities: Automate repetitive tasks to boost efficiency.
• Drive Down Operational Costs: Minimize labor and error-related costs through automation.

• Increased operational efficiency and reduced cycle times.
• Significant cost savings through labor optimization and error reduction.
• Scalable systems that support business expansion.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction via faster, more accurate order processing.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

4–7 years

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and implementation of physical security systems (e.g., access control systems, surveillance upgrades, facility hardening).
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Facilities, HR, legal, Security ) and external vendors or contractors.
• Oversee the deployment of physical security technologies (e.g., CCTV, biometric access, intrusion detection).
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies such as AI-based surveillance, biometric access, and IoT security devices.
• Ensure interoperability with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Develop and manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement.
• Track project costs and ensure financial accountability.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, ISO).
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all security technology projects.
• Track project milestones, KPIs, and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.IT
• Ensure alignment of security technology projects with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Conduct site assessments and vulnerability analyses to inform project priorities.
• Integrate risk mitigation strategies into project planning.
• Lead and mentor a team of security technology professionals and project managers.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Information Technology or related field from an accredited university
• 10+ years of experience in physical security systems, with at least 5 years in IT leadership role
• Ability to work full time on site in our Santa Clara office .
• Deep knowledge of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms.
• Experience with enterprise-level deployments and global operations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and how they intersect with physical security.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Certifications such as PSP, CISSP are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP,
• Experience managing complex, multi-site security projects.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• High degree of competence with Microsoft Office Productivity Applications
• Ability to assess, validate and incorporate new tools, practices, strategies and process to gain efficiencies in the areas of physical security
• Adaptable, innovative, and detail oriented
• Excellent analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, as well as the ability to work well in a demanding, dynamic environment and meet overall objectives
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills

What We Offer

Applied Materials’ is looking to recruit an outstanding engineer to support its computational modeling group. In this role, you will use state-of-the-art simulation tools to simulate the complex multi-physics environment in Applied Materials’ products and work closely with engineers across multiple business units to develop new solutions to difficult problems. You will work closely with design and process engineers to enhance existing products as well as play a key role in the development of next-generation chambers and processes.

Required qualifications:
-PhD inComputer/Mechanical/Aerospace/ChemicalEngineering or related field
-Hands-on experience applying machine learning, statistical analysis, anddesign-of-experimentstechniques to simulation and modeling workflows
-Comfortable working with large-scale datasets and extracting actionable insights
-Proficient in one or more programming languages (e.g., C/C++,MATLAB/Python/etc.)
-Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience with one or more of the following:
- commercial and/or academic plasma simulation tools (e.g., HPEM, Ace+, VizGlow, Comsol, VSim)
- commercial and/or academic multi-physics simulation tools (e.g. Ace+, Ansys, Comsol)
- electromagnetic and magnetostatic simulation tools (e.g., Ansys HFSS, Ansys Maxwell)
- deep understanding of chemical kinetics and fluid dynamics for industrial applications
- hands-on experience with solver and algorithm development
- hands-on experience with UI development