Senior Software Engineer IV (E4)

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Software Engineer IV (E4) in Santa Clara, CA. Software engineers design, prototype, develop and debug software for semiconductor equipment components and devices, and build software documentation and test procedures. The role involves working on technologies such as machine learning and AI.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop code for complex software solutions for semiconductor equipment components and devices
• Develop software documentation and test procedures
• Troubleshoot difficult software problems and define software specifications and test plans for simulators, test benches or the lab
• Design and implement bug fixes
• Communicate with internal and external customers for requirement analysis, project schedules and software troubleshooting

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (computer science, information management, software/system engineering, cybersecurity or mathematics)
• 4-7 years of related experience
• Preferred: master's degree in a related field, strong knowledge of industry best practices and business drivers, and leadership skills to lead small projects

Required skills

• C/C++.NET, C#
• Operating systems, networking principles, algorithms, multi-threading, RPC

What we offer

• Salary range of $179,500 to $246,500
• Comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program
• Supportive work culture focused on learning and career growth