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Applied Materials
3.8
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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display, and solar photovoltaic industries.
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Monday to Friday
94% employees reported

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No travel
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Job/Soft skill training
36 employees reported
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About Applied Materials
Founded in2002 (23 yrs old)
India Employee Count5k-10k
Global Employee Count10k-50k
HeadquartersSanta Clara, California, United States (USA)
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Websiteappliedmaterials.com
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Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future.
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Applied Materials Ratings
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Applied Materials is rated 3.8 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 494 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Applied Materials
based on 464 reviews
3.5
Rated by 72 Women
Rated 3.8 for Job security and 3.7 for Company culture
3.8
Rated by 392 Men
Rated 3.9 for Company culture and 3.9 for Job security
Work Policy at Applied Materials
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Overall Rating | 3.8/5 based on 494 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 1.1k reviews | 4.2/5 based on 1k reviews | 3.9/5 based on 642 reviews |
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Primary Work Policy | Work from office 67% employees reported | Work from office 68% employees reported | Hybrid 83% employees reported | Work from office 65% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.5 Good rated by 72 women | 3.9 Good rated by 173 women | 4.2 Good rated by 244 women | 3.9 Good rated by 60 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.8 Good rated by 392 men | 3.7 Good rated by 804 men | 4.1 Good rated by 712 men | 3.9 Good rated by 557 men |
Job security | 3.9 Good | 3.6 Good | 3.3 Average | 3.7 Good |
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Applied Materials Salaries
Applied Materials salaries have received with an average score of 3.7 out of 5 by 494 employees.
Technical Lead
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Senior Software Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer
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Senior Technical Lead
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Offering student loan payment assistance a ‘no brainer,’ benefits manager says
- Applied Materials increased its student loan repayment program for employees from $2,000 to $4,800 per employee annually due to positive outcomes.
- Employers like Fidelity Investments and eBay are offering assistance by either directly paying student loans or offering matching contributions to 401(k) for employees making loan payments.
- Companies find offering student loan assistance a beneficial recruiting tool and a way to support employees in need after the passage of the SECURE 2.0 Act.
- The Walt Disney Co. also implemented a matching contribution program to assist employees in paying off student debt, emphasizing the importance of supporting those in need.
Hrdive | 3 Jul, 2025

British AI startup PhysicsX raises €117.3 million for a new era of AI-native engineering and manufacturing
- PhysicsX, a London-headquartered company, has raised €117.3 million in Series B financing to support its global growth and industrial adoption of its AI enterprise software platform across multiple industries.
- The funding round was led by Atomico, with participation from Temasek, Siemens, Applied Materials, and July Fund, among others, and support from existing investors.
- Co-founder Jacomo Corbo stated that the investment reflects the importance of industrial manufacturing, with PhysicsX aiming to revolutionize engineering and hardware innovation using AI capabilities.
- Founded in 2023, PhysicsX is led by industry experts Robin Tuluie and Jacomo Corbo, focusing on bringing AI enablement to the engineering lifecycle in industries like aerospace, automotive, semiconductors, materials, and energy.
- The company's main goal is to empower manufacturing organizations to solve complex challenges faster and more efficiently with advanced AI tools.
- PhysicsX collaborates with leading companies in critical industries, providing support for their most complex challenges using AI-driven solutions.
- Through their innovative software stack, PhysicsX aims to transform engineering processes, shorten design cycles, reduce costs, and accelerate innovation in industries vital to the global economy.
- The company believes that AI-native engineering software can address key challenges like compressing timelines, enhancing performance, and unlocking new technologies in hardware innovation.
- Having grown rapidly since its Series A funding, PhysicsX now has over 150 employees and has quadrupled revenue over the past two years.
- The latest investment of €117.3 million brings the total funding to nearly €147.7 million, allowing PhysicsX to expand globally and develop advanced physics foundation models.
- Siemens believes in the potential of PhysicsX to revolutionize industrial innovation through the convergence of industrial expertise and AI capabilities, aligning with Europe's industrial strength and AI talent pool.
Eu-Startups | 23 Jun, 2025
London’s AI startup PhysicsX raises €117.4M in Atomico-led round to reshape engineering and manufacturing
- London-based PhysicsX, a deeptech startup, secures $135M in Series B funding led by Atomico.
- Total funding raised by PhysicsX now stands at nearly $170M.
- The Series B round sees participation from Temasek, Siemens, Applied Materials, and July Fund, among others.
- Siemens believes in the potential of AI and industrial expertise to revolutionize design and manufacturing.
- PhysicsX is praised for enabling engineers to solve complex problems efficiently with AI-powered engineering software.
- PhysicsX is developing AI-native engineering software for industrial applications to optimize the engineering lifecycle.
- The company aims to reduce time, improve performance, and unlock new categories of machines and processes.
- PhysicsX combines AI-driven physics inference with numerical simulation to enhance product development and performance.
- The funding will fuel global growth and adoption of PhysicsX's platform across various sectors.
- The co-founders of PhysicsX bring a blend of experience in high-performance motorsport and advanced AI development.
- Previous funding included a $32M Series A round in November 2023, leading to rapid growth and revenue increase for PhysicsX.
SiliconCanals | 23 Jun, 2025

New Breakthrough Accelerates and Enhances Accuracy in Plasma Simulation for Computer Chip Manufacturing
- A recent breakthrough in plasma simulation methods has led to enhanced accuracy and computational efficiency in optimizing industrial applications, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing.
- A novel particle-in-cell code developed through a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Energy’s PPPL and Applied Materials Inc. improves stability and fidelity in simulating inductively coupled plasmas.
- This advanced simulation approach addresses the kinetic nature of plasma, offering detailed insights into particle interactions and electromagnetic forces for improved process optimization in microelectronics.
- Key to the success of the refined simulation is the accurate calculation of the solenoidal electric field, crucial for inductively coupled plasma generation and stability.
- The novel simulation method meticulously enforces energy conservation, ensuring trustworthy outputs and supporting decision-making in industrial contexts.
- The particle-in-cell methodology enables detailed observations of plasma characteristics, leading to improved control, uniformity, and precision in semiconductor fabrication processes.
- The collaborative research initiative exemplifies the role of public-private partnerships in driving technological advancements, with potential implications for various sectors relying on plasma technology.
- The progress in plasma simulation not only accelerates computational speed but also holds promise for scaling to larger plasma setups, offering significant economic and performance benefits in industrial applications.
- This advancement is expected to garner attention in sectors like semiconductor fabrication, where even slight improvements in plasma control can lead to substantial benefits.
- The breakthrough in plasma simulation represents a significant stride in industrial process innovation, supported by a strategic investment from the U.S. Department of Energy.
- The application of detailed computational modeling in understanding plasma behavior opens new possibilities for semiconductor device fabrication and future technological advancements.
Bioengineer | 23 May, 2025

Applied Materials’ chips are down following revenue miss and light guidance
- Applied Materials Inc. reported mixed results in its latest quarter with earnings above expectations and revenue slightly below estimates.
- The company's profit in the quarter increased to $2.13 billion from $1.72 billion in the same period last year.
- Despite forecasting a revenue target of $7.2 billion for the current quarter, just below the consensus view, the stock declined more than 5% in after-hours trading.
- Investors are concerned about the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions on Applied Materials' future results, as China is the company's largest market segment.
Siliconangle | 16 May, 2025

Cabinet approves new HCL-Foxconn semiconductor plant near Noida International Airport
- The Union Cabinet approved a new semiconductor facility near Jewar in Uttar Pradesh as a joint venture between HCL and Foxconn, focusing on display driver chip production.
- The facility, part of India Semiconductor Mission, aims for a production capacity of 20,000 wafers per month to output 36 million units monthly, with an investment of Rs 3,700 crore.
- India's semiconductor ecosystem is expanding with design facilities in multiple states, while global suppliers like Applied Materials and Lam Research are increasing presence in the country.
- The move aligns with India's goal of self-reliance in semiconductor industry, driven by rising demand for chips in mobile phones, laptops, medical devices, and more.
ISN | 15 May, 2025

Chip Industry Week In Review
- TSMC plans to produce 30% of its leading-edge chips in Arizona with a $165 billion investment.
- The Trump administration initiated a Section 232 investigation into semiconductors for national security.
- Nvidia's H20 products and AMD's MI308 products now require U.S. export licenses.
- China's export restrictions on rare earth elements impact national security.
- TSMC reported $25 billion in Q1 revenue, up ~35% YoY, and denied Intel joint venture rumors.
- ASML's Q1 earnings aligned with guidance, with some uncertainty due to recent tariff announcements.
- AMD taped out its Venice processor on TSMC's 2nm process; Nvidia plans $500 billion U.S. AI supercomputing factories.
- Cadence to acquire Arm's Artisan foundation IP business, while Intel will sell 51% of Altera to Silver Lake.
- JEDEC published the HBM4 standard, increasing transfer speeds and total bandwidth.
- Onsemi abandoned Allegro MicroSystems acquisition; Applied Materials acquired 9% of BE Semiconductor.
Semiengineering | 18 Apr, 2025

ASML, Others Outline Impact Of Trump’s Tariffs
- ASML Holdings, the world’s largest chip-making equipment supplier, warns that recent tariff announcements have increased uncertainty in the macro environment.
- US semiconductor equipment makers, including Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA, could face a yearly loss of around $350 million due to the tariffs.
- ASML announces its Q1 financial results, with a net profit of 2.33bn euros and revenues of 7.7bn euros.
- ASML's CFO states that the company is ready to pass most of the tariff costs onto customers and believes that the burden of tariffs should be allocated in a fair way.
Silicon | 16 Apr, 2025

US Tariffs Could Cost Chip Equipment Makers Over $1 Billion Annually
- U.S. semiconductor equipment manufacturers are facing potential annual losses exceeding $1 billion due to new tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump’s administration.
- Major companies like Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA could each incur losses of approximately $350 million, while smaller firms such as Onto Innovation may also experience significant financial impacts.
- These projected losses stem from anticipated declines in overseas sales of less advanced equipment, increased costs from sourcing alternative components, and expenses related to tariff compliance.
- The Trump administration has temporarily paused previously announced reciprocal tariffs but is considering further actions to promote domestic manufacturing, including initiating an import investigation.
Eletimes | 16 Apr, 2025

NVIDIA-Backed Rescale secures $115 Mn in Series D Round
- Rescale, the U.S.-based engineering simulation software startup, has secured $115 million in a Series D funding round.
- Notable participants in the investment include NVIDIA, Applied Materials, Y Combinator, and Hitachi.
- The funding will accelerate the growth of Rescale's engineering platform for advanced computing, intelligent data, and applied AI.
- Rescale aims to establish a unified data framework, introduce AI-driven features, and enable organizations to automate the use of AI-enabled physics tools.
Analyticsindiamag | 8 Apr, 2025

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Applied Materials FAQs
When was Applied Materials founded?
Applied Materials was founded in 2002. The company has been operating for 23 years primarily in the Semiconductors sector.
Where is the Applied Materials headquarters located?
Applied Materials is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It operates in 3 cities such as Bangalore / Bengaluru, Chennai. To explore all the office locations, visit Applied Materials locations.
How many employees does Applied Materials have in India?
Applied Materials currently has more than 7,500+ employees in India. Engineering - Software & QA department appears to have the highest employee count in Applied Materials based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Applied Materials have good work-life balance?
Applied Materials has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 72% employees rated Applied Materials 4 or above, while 28% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Applied Materials reviews for more details.
Is Applied Materials good for career growth?
Career growth at Applied Materials is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.2. 28% employees rated Applied Materials 3 or below, while 72% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions / appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Applied Materials reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Applied Materials?
Working at Applied Materials comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for company culture and job security. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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