Application Manager

Nearfield Instruments — Japan · Posted ~1 hour ago

Senior Full-time Visa History ✓

Skills

Application engineering Customer support Technical project management Semiconductor manufacturing Stakeholder management Scanning Probe Microscopy Metrology Systems

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

An advanced technology organization is seeking an Application Manager to support customers and optimize the use of highly precise industrial systems. You will combine technical expertise, application knowledge and customer collaboration to ensure successful deployment and reliable performance in demanding manufacturing environments.

Highlights

Take ownership of technical application activities in a major semiconductor market, working at the intersection of advanced technology, customer needs and high-volume manufacturing.

Description

About Nearfield InstrumentsNearfield Instruments (NFI) brings together leading experts in science and technology to develop next‑generation metrology solutions for the semiconductor industry.Our high‑throughput Scanning Probe Microscopy platform enables atom-scale, 3D metrology at industrial production speeds, helping customers achieve higher yield and performance in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.Our technology is based on three core strengths:Unrivaled measurement speedAdvanced parallelization capabilityInnovative measurement modesWe design, develop, integrate, and support advanced metrology systems for the world's leading semiconductor companies. Our commitment is to deliver systems that meet specifications, are installed on schedule, and perform reliably in high-volume manufacturing environments.Our ValuesStriving for technological leadershipOpen and transparent communicationResponsibility with mutual trustCommitment to quality and resultsContinuous improvement mindsetLong-term partnership approachThe RoleAs Application Manager Japan, you will play a central role in ensuring the successful implementation and adoption of NFI’s metrology applications across the Japanese market.In this position, you act as a key liaison between customers, the local Japan organization, and global headquarters, ensuring alignment between customer requirements and product capabilities.You will be responsible for overseeing application performance, guiding local teams, and supporting key customer relationships, while contributing to the long-term growth of NFI in Japan.This role requires a balance of technical expertise, structured leadership, and stakeholder coordination, with a strong focus on reliability, trust, and execution excellence.