Sr. Manager, Field Applications

Veeco Instruments • San Jose, CA

78d • $170,513 - $204,615

About The Position

Veeco is seeking a strategic and technically adept Senior Manager, Field Applications to lead a team of high-performing process engineers supporting our advanced laser annealing systems. This leadership role is pivotal in driving customer success through process innovation, technical engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in semiconductor process engineering, excellent communication skills, and a customer-centric approach to help shape and execute field application strategies globally.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field with a minimum of eight years of relevant industry experience is required.
• Candidates with a Master's degree, MBA, or MBE should have at least six years of experience.
• A strong background in front-end semiconductor processing is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Prior leadership experience in customer-facing technical roles is highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Strong decision-making and project management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of field process engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop deep expertise in Veeco's laser annealing systems, including process capabilities, hardware architecture, and system functionality.
• Partner with customers to define, develop, and optimize process applications that meet performance and yield targets.
• Troubleshoot process issues and coordinate with Engineering, Service, and Product Line teams to drive timely resolution.
• Establish and promote Best Known Methods (BKMs) for process control, development, and deployment across customer sites.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Technology Development teams to influence product enhancements and process innovations.
• Manage and report on project milestones, deliverables, and customer engagements.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Support training initiatives for internal teams, customers, and partners to ensure consistent technical knowledge and application expertise.
• Contribute to the development of Market Requirements Documents (MRDs) by providing field insights and customer feedback.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree