Applied Materials, Inc

Program Manager, Enterprise AI Literacy & Enablement

Applied Materials, Inc • $96K — $132K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of program or change management experience in a large enterprise.
  • Expertise in designing executive-level learning experiences, especially in AI or digital transformation.
  • Hands-on experience with AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and GitHub Copilot.
  • Familiarity with responsible-AI or AI governance frameworks, collaborating with legal and compliance teams.
  • Experience building and scaling ambassador or peer-network programs across business units.

Responsibilities

  • Own the enterprise AI literacy roadmap, developing multi-year curriculum and quarterly execution plans.
  • Drive measurable capability gains through tracking and reporting on program KPIs.
  • Design and deliver workshops for leaders on Applied's AI tools to influence team behavior.
  • Build and activate an AI Champion Network to recruit and support AI ambassadors across the organization.
  • Lead change management by identifying barriers and developing strategies to overcome them.
  • Collaborate on responsible-AI governance with stakeholders to align initiatives with compliance requirements.
  • Influence cross-functional stakeholders to secure resources and sponsorship for AI programs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Opportunity for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Participation in bonus and stock award programs.
  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
  • Flexible work environment accommodating remote work options.
Full Job Description
What We Offer

Salary:
$96,000.00 - $132,000.00

Location:
Austin,TX

About the Role

Applied Materials is the world's largest supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment - and how quickly our workforce harnesses AI directly shapes our ability to innovate, execute, and compete. This role sits on the team responsible for driving enterprise-wide AI adoption and culture-building: turning strategic intent into measurable workforce capability. You will design and run the programs that move Applied Materials employees from AI-curious to AI-proficient, and you will do so at the pace and scale a global technology manufacturer demands.

This is not a training-catalog role. It is an enterprise change initiative, and you will own it.

What You Will Do

  • Own the enterprise AI literacy roadmap. Define the multi-year curriculum strategy - segmented by role, function, and proficiency tier - and translate it into a concrete quarterly execution plan with named milestones and owners.
  • Drive measurable capability gains. Instrument every program initiative against a KPI framework that tracks usage and adoption rate, proficiency level by employee tier, time-saved and productivity impact, and confidence/sentiment scores - then report findings to senior leadership on a regular cadence.
  • Design and deliver leader-facing workshops. Build and facilitate hands-on sessions for people managers and executives on [Applied's AI tool stack, including Microsoft Copilot] - equipping leaders to model new working behaviors and set expectations for their teams.
  • Build and activate an AI Champion Network. Recruit, onboard, and hold accountable a distributed community of AI ambassadors across business units; provide them with enablement resources, feedback loops, and executive air cover so they can accelerate adoption where you cannot be present.
  • Lead change management, not just communications. Proactively map adoption barriers - cultural, technical, and structural - develop mitigation strategies, and work with managers to shift behaviors before resistance becomes inertia.
  • Partner on responsible-AI governance. Collaborate with Legal, Security, Compliance, and Data Governance stakeholders to ensure every program initiative remains aligned with Applied's responsible-AI principles and regulatory requirements.
  • Align and influence cross-functional stakeholders. Navigate a matrixed organization to secure buy-in, resources, and sponsorship from business unit leaders and senior executives - without direct authority over any of them.
  • Tie learning outcomes to business performance. Frame every program deliverable in terms of productivity improvement, operational efficiency, or competitive advantage - not only employee satisfaction or participation counts.
  • Iterate rapidly. Collect participant feedback, benchmark against industry peers, and refine program design continuously - treating each cohort as a data point, not a finish line.


What You Are Good At

  • Running complex programs at enterprise scale. You have led large, cross-functional initiatives at companies with 5,000+ employees and know how to manage scope, stakeholders, timelines, and competing priorities without losing momentum.
  • Influencing without authority. You build trust and alignment with senior leaders and functional partners through credibility and clarity, not org-chart leverage - and you are comfortable presenting to executives on a regular basis.
  • Reading the organization. You pick up on unwritten culture, political dynamics, and decision-making patterns through observation - you don't need everything spelled out to know what will and won't work.
  • Anticipating second-order effects. Before making recommendations, you map downstream risks, stakeholder implications, and KPI impacts - and you flag them proactively rather than waiting to be asked.
  • Translating strategy into structured execution. You are equally at home writing a program charter and running a weekly status meeting; you know that strategy only matters if it lands in practice.
  • Facilitating executive workshops with confidence. You can design and lead a two-hour session with a roomful of skeptical senior leaders - adjusting on the fly when energy drops or a question derails the agenda.
  • Sustaining energy and credibility across a long initiative. AI enablement is a multi-year journey with inevitable plateaus; you keep stakeholders engaged, communicate wins clearly, and retool when a program isn't working.


Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of program or change management experience inside a large, complex enterprise; experience in a technology, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing environment is a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating executive-level learning experiences - preferably including AI or digital transformation content.
  • Hands-on familiarity with enterprise AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent productivity AI platforms; experience training others to use them is strongly preferred.
  • Exposure to responsible-AI or AI governance frameworks - including working with Legal, Compliance, or Data Governance teams to evaluate and mitigate AI-related risks.


Experience building or scaling an ambassador, champion, or peer-network program across multiple business units.

Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

About Applied Materials, Inc

Applied Materials specialize in materials engineering solutions. They optimize equipment and fab operations through consulting, spare parts, services, and automation software. They also provide supply chain services from transactional spares through programs, rebuilds, and forecasted parts management. Their products and technologies include semiconductors, displays, roll web coating, solar, and automation software.

**Applied Materials, Inc. Careers**

Join the innovative world of Applied Materials, Inc., a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our global team is driving innovation and growth in the industries we serve. This is where your expertise can make a true impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Applied Materials, Inc., you will be part of a company that prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will lead groundbreaking projects at the intersection of technology, leadership, and engineering excellence. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and push the boundaries of what's possible.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry, utilizing your skills to contribute to projects that are not only exciting but also crucial for technological advancements. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the guidance and support needed to achieve your career goals.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Applied Materials, Inc. provides an array of career paths to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our commitment to career growth is evident through extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Applied Materials, Inc., we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we ensure that our team is taken care of. The culture at Applied Materials, Inc. is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

Join Our Team

Explore the job opportunities at Applied Materials, Inc. and find the position that matches your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and ready to drive innovation in a dynamic industry.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a team that’s dedicated to materializing the technologies of tomorrow. Discover the impact you can make at Applied Materials, Inc. and help us shape the future.

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Learn more about Applied Materials, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$80.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$3.8 billion
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
NASDAQ
AMAT
* Ladders Estimates

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