Applied Materials · 1 day ago
2026 NCG- Technical Product Marketing Manager - Doctorate (Santa Clara, CA)
Santa Clara,CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$124K/yr - $171K/yrApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce advanced chips and displays. They are seeking an Entry-level Product Marketing Manager who will drive business objectives by translating customer needs into actionable product and market strategies.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Support development of market requirements, product strategy, and technology roadmaps
Assist in business plans, market segmentation, and product positioning to drive competitive advantage and growth
Analyze market segments to identify investment opportunities and recommend resource allocation
Build business cases for product funding and present findings to leadership
Develop and refine customer engagement strategies (pilots, workshops, co-development)
Gather competitive intelligence and contribute to pricing and positioning
Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and sales for new product development and enhancements
Track KPIs and risks for pilots, launches, and ongoing initiatives
Use approved AI tools for research, PRDs, and metrics
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree technical training (PhD preferred)
Strong communication/analytical skills required
Broad understanding of semiconductor process modules and system-level trade-offs
Familiarity with device physics, materials engineering, advanced packaging/interconnect, and data analysis
Demonstrated leadership in extracurriculars, labs, teams, or societies
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to simplify complexity and build consensus
MS or PhD in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Preferred
Exposure to business concepts (coursework, projects, internships) is a plus
Multidisciplinary backgrounds (e.g., BS in one field, MS/PhD in another) are highly valued
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
Founded in 1967
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (435)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
Recent News
Business Standard India
2026-01-06
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