Sr. Manager, Field Applications

Sr. Manager, Field Applications

Location : US - CA - San Jose

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.

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.

Qualifications

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, along with demonstrated proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE). Prior leadership experience in customer-facing technical roles is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $170,513 $204,615, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. Other benefits include :

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.