Subject Matter Expert, PVD/Coatings - Chennai

Chennai Until 9/22/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Description

We are looking for a Subject Matter Expert, PVD/Coatings who would participate on a team tasked with developing and implementing processes that create cosmetic and protective finishes for Apple’s world class enclosure designs.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters / Phd in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent
5+ year experience or training in thin film manufacturing or design. Experience in one or more of following process technologies is must: PVD, CVD or dry etching.
Verbal and written English proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or skill in one of optical simulation software: macleod, TFCALC etc.
Experience leading process development in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Experience in the selection, set-up, and validation of manufacturing equipment.
Ability to program-manage across multiple projects, vendors and resources.
Ability to present technical analysis of manufacturing capability to diverse cross-functional team.
Strong abilities and background in materials characterization (understanding of analytical tools such as SEM / TEM / EDX / FTIR / XPS etc. desirable).
Materials development experience is a plus.
Experience or knowledge in pre-treatment process, ink printing is a strong plus.
Frequent domestic and some overseas travel expected.
Experience in massive data analysis, coding and machine learning would be a plus.

About this role

Summary

Develop and implement PVD and coating processes for Apple enclosures.

Job title

Subject Matter Expert, PVD/Coatings - Chennai

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Must be based in Chennai, remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Masters in materials science, chemistry, physicsexperience in thin film manufacturingPVD, CVD, dry etching

Preferred skills

optical simulation softwareprocess developmentequipment validationmaterials characterizationdata analysismachine learning

Specializations

thin filmPVDcoatingsmaterials characterization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

On-site City