Software Engineer IV (E4) – Semiconductor Equipment

About the role

As a Software Engineer at Applied Materials, you’ll dive deep into ground‑breaking technologies—like machine learning and AI—to craft novel software solutions that solve our customers’ high‑value problems. Our engineers design, prototype, develop, and debug software for semiconductor equipment components and devices to ensure quality and functionality.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information management, software/system engineering, cyber security, mathematics, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++.Net, C#, operating systems, networking principles, algorithms, multi‑threading, and RPC.
• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of industry best practices and business drivers.
• Leadership ability to lead small projects as needed.

Required skills

• C/C++
• .Net
• C#
• Operating Systems
• Networking
• Algorithms
• Multi‑threading
• RPC

What we offer

• Salary range: $179,500 – $246,500 per year.
• Location: Santa Clara, CA.
• Supportive work culture with programs for personal and professional growth.