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Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$100,000.00 - $137,500.00
Location:
Austin, TX, Santa Clara, CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst
About Applied Materials:
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions. Our products are used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.
As Applied Materials rapidly grows and scales, we are committed to building the right infrastructure and providing consistent dependable support to our internal teams. In this role, you will directly impact our ability to adapt, innovate, and lead enterprise enablement initiatives and will be a part of our mission to “Make Possible.”
About Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP):
Applied Materials Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) is a Global support organization that enables the procurement of the indirect goods, services, and contingent workforce required for Applied Materials to operate effectively and support its customers. As GSP, we support stakeholders across the globe through Sourcing, Contracting, Category and Supplier Management, Analytics, and Procurement Operations. We influence spend across the following categories: IT Hardware, Software and Telecommunications, Consulting, Professional Services, Facilities, Real Estate, EPC, Equipment and Equipment Maintenance as well as Contingent Workforce.
GSP is a dynamic and agile organization in the process of significant transformation and expansion. The Business Intelligence Analyst directly supports our growth and evolution into a strategic business-aligned enablement function. We are looking for passionate, driven, collaborative people who will be curious, ask hard questions, have a good eye for detail, and challenge themselves and others to continuously improve.
About the Role:
As part of the GSP Analytics & AI Team, you will support high-impact projects across GSP and with business partners across Applied Materials. Depending on business needs and the candidate’s strengths, the role may focus on one or more of the following areas: data engineering, advanced analytics and business solutions. The position plays a key role in improving data visibility, enabling better decision-making, and supporting transformation efforts across GSP.
1) Data Engineering
- Improve the quality, completeness, and usability of procurement data from systems such as SAP, Fieldglass, and ServiceNow.
- Use SQL and Python to identify data issues, perform root-cause analysis, and clean, correct, and transform data for reporting and downstream business processes.
- Perform data validation and remediation activities to ensure reporting outputs are accurate, consistent, and timely.
- Support data preparation and basic data modeling activities in Databricks.
2) Advanced Analytics
- Support selected AI/ML use cases through data preparation, model evaluation, testing, and the translation of model outputs into business applications.
- Develop custom agents and workflow solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio and Power Platform.
- Participate in solution design, testing, and targeted development activities as needed.
3) Business Solutions
- Partner with business stakeholders to understand process pain points, reporting needs, and analytical requirements.
- Deliver actionable insights and practical solutions that create measurable value for the business.
- Recommend practical data, reporting, dashboard, and other digital solutions aligned with business needs.
- Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and key metrics that support procurement operations and related business processes.
- Support end users in adopting reporting tools, dashboards, and selected self-service solutions.
Functional Knowledge
Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Business Expertise
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
Leadership
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Impact
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.
Interpersonal Skills
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Experience: 4 - 7 years of relevant experience.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Tableau, and Excel; familiarity with other BI/reporting tools is a plus.
- Preferred experience using SQL and/or Python for data cleansing, data quality improvement, and preparing datasets for reporting and business analysis.
- Preferred familiarity with machine learning concepts and experience supporting the implementation or evaluation of AI/ML use cases.
- Preferred experience prototyping or building solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio and/or the Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power Apps; familiarity with Power Automate is a plus.
- Preferred familiarity with AI-assisted tools that enhance coding, scripting, analysis, or solution development productivity.
- Preferred experience partnering with procurement stakeholders or working within procurement organizations.
- Preferred knowledge of or experience in indirect procurement and core procurement processes (e.g., sourcing, contracting, and procure-to-pay).
- Preferred knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, and spend related finance concepts, and/or hands-on experience with SAP FI (Financial Accounting).
- Eagerness to embrace new challenges and quickly learn concepts and technologies related to procurement analytics, data modeling, and applied AI solutions.
- Strong initiative and drive, with the ability to work independently and take a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- A team-oriented mindset and a strong willingness to collaborate and contribute to team success.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with data.
- Ability to navigate complex global corporate environments and collaborate across functions and time zones.
- A positive attitude and passion for our core mission of “make possible”.
Additional Information
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: No
Relocation Eligible: No
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.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Business Intelligence Analyst
Frame your degree as a match for the role
BI Analyst positions require a degree in a specific field, computer science, information systems, statistics, or business analytics. If your degree is adjacent, document how your coursework directly supports the analytical and data modeling work the role demands.
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Finance, healthcare, retail, and enterprise software companies file the most LCAs for BI Analysts. These industries have HR infrastructure for sponsorship and recurring hiring needs, which means faster decisions and less internal resistance when visa support comes up.
Highlight tools and certifications that strengthen your petition
Proficiency in SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI, or dbt signals specialized technical knowledge. USCIS looks for evidence of specialized training. Certifications from recognized vendors can support the specialty occupation case your employer's attorney will build.
Raise sponsorship after demonstrating value in the interview
Bring up visa sponsorship after you've walked through your technical skills and portfolio. Employers who see your specific experience with data pipelines or dashboard design are far more willing to absorb the sponsorship cost than those evaluating an unknown candidate.
Distinguish between H-1B cap-subject and cap-exempt employers
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B lottery. BI Analyst roles exist in these settings, research operations, data governance, enrollment analytics. Cap-exempt employers can file year-round with no selection uncertainty.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles that already confirm sponsorship
Filtering to verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is undisclosed or unlikely. Every job on the platform is screened for sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will actually support your visa.
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Find Business Intelligence Analyst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Intelligence Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
Yes. BI Analyst positions consistently qualify because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, typically computer science, information systems, statistics, or business analytics. USCIS has approved thousands of H-1B petitions for this title. The key is that the role must require that specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree, so the job description and petition letter both matter.
What degree do I need to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a BI Analyst?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, data science, statistics, mathematics, or business analytics is the clearest path. Degrees in adjacent fields like economics or engineering can work if your coursework included quantitative methods and data analysis. A general business degree without a technical concentration is harder to use, your employer's attorney will need to argue the connection carefully.
Which types of employers sponsor BI Analysts most often?
Financial services firms, large health systems, enterprise software companies, and major retailers file the most Labor Condition Applications for BI Analyst roles. Consulting firms that embed analysts at client sites also sponsor frequently. Mid-market companies with mature data teams are increasingly sponsoring too. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history specifically for analytical and data roles.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new BI Analyst role at a different company?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer files a fresh I-129, and you don't re-enter the lottery. The role must still qualify as a specialty occupation, which BI Analyst roles reliably do.
Does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored as a BI Analyst?
It does if your target employer is cap-subject, which most private companies are. The annual selection rate has been around 25% in recent years, meaning no guarantee even with a strong petition. To reduce lottery risk, consider cap-exempt employers, universities and certain nonprofits hire BI Analysts for institutional research and data operations and can file year-round without lottery exposure.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Business Intelligence Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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