Director, Corporate Strategic Development

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

2d • $189,000 - $260,000

About The Position

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.

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.

The Director, Corporate Strategic Development will play a critical role in evaluating, structuring, and advancing strategic initiatives, investments, investor communications and partnerships. This position combines rigorous financial analysis, cross‑functional diligence, and senior‑level communication to support high‑impact corporate decisions.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in financial modeling and accounting.
• Prior experience in sell‑side or buy‑side equity research or investment banking / private equity strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and/or Finance/Economics preferred.
• Strong analytical rigor, business judgment, and ability to synthesize & communicate complex information for executive audiences.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain integrated deal execution models, including sensitivity analyses and clearly articulated investment rationales to support project review and decision‑making.
• Prepare senior decision‑maker–level materials that clearly communicate project‑level opportunities, risks, assumptions, and value drivers.
• Partner with company‑wide cross‑functional teams (finance, legal, operations, technology, strategy) to incorporate comprehensive diligence into project value‑creation outcomes.
• Provide analytical and research support to the Chief Economist, including data preparation and aggregation, macroeconomic and industry analysis, and development of presentation materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director