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Director - Software Engineer

2 days ago Bangalore, India

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

Location:
Bangalore,IND

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.

  • Key Responsibilities

    Manages a software engineering group responsible for the design, development and implementation of complex engineering programs in accordance with project budgets and release schedules.

    Develops long-range plans and creates software engineering or product specific strategies to reach goals and reviews the unit's engineering specifications.

    Anticipates needs and initiates the software development and implementation of new approaches to engineering design and development.

    Provides approval guidelines and leadership to reporting software engineering managers in the area of long-term program, strategy, and process design.

    Works with business group management team to ensure that such programs, strategies, and processes are aligned with the organization's direction.

    Defines software performance metrics and reports on the engineering functions' progress against specific business unit goals.

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Interfaces with internal and external customers on engineering issues involving the unit's products.

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

Additional Job Description
  • Educational Qualification:

    Min Bachelors. Masters and PhD preferred.

    Location Chennai.

  • Additional Information

    Time Type:
    Full time

    Employee Type:
    Assignee / Regular

    Travel:
    Yes, 10% of the Time

    Relocation Eligible:
    Yes

    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.

    Client-provided location(s): Bangalore, India
    Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2615374
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2026-03-16T19:53:35

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA With Employer Contribution
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • On-Site Gym
      • Pet Insurance
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Work-From-Home Stipend
    • Office Life and Perks

      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Unlimited Paid Time Off
      • Leave of Absence
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Stock Purchase Program
      • 401(K)
      • Performance Bonus
      • Relocation Assistance
      • Financial Counseling
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Internship Program
      • Work Visa Sponsorship
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
      • Promote From Within
      • Mentor Program
      • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Diversity and Inclusion