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Software Engineer Director

1 month ago Tokyo, Japan

Key Responsibilities

1. Participates and contributes in Product Road map discussions representing the key customer voice
2. Fosters culture of CIPs, identifies and drives CIPs for solving customer problems effectively and efficiently.
3. Defines multi year roadmap with clear goals and objectives for Software Support Engineering Organization in the region and establishes process to track progress/results.
4. Establishes and monitores KPIs for support organization that drives improvements to customer satisfaction.
5. Manages Senior SSE Managers and Engineers providing highly visible customer support through the performance of on-site installation, as well as any necessary training, consultation, diagnoses, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex field Software issues
6. Responsible for development of SSE organization in the region. Mentors new managers. Implements appropriate training plans to enhance strength and capabilities of the team.
7. Provides guidelines and leadership to reporting managers in the area of long-term program, strategy, and process design and ensure that these are aligned with the organization's direction

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8. Anticipates needs and initiates the new software capabilities that provide differentiated value to customers

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

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Local language (i.e. Japanese) will be helpful but not a must.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

English (Required), Japanese (Required)

Years of Experience:

15+ Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

Not Overtime Eligible (Japan)

Travel:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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): Tokyo, Japan, Santa Clara, CA
Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2514714
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-06-25T00:19:54

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