Applied Materials, Inc

Software Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc$152K — $208K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of software engineering experience with strong fundamentals
  • Proficient in Python with ability beyond script-writing
  • Experience with scientific/data libraries like NumPy and Pandas
  • Strong foundation in algorithms and data structures
  • Familiar with operating systems and performance fundamentals
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and document decisions
  • Curiosity driven and self-motivated in problem-solving

Responsibilities

  • Design, prototype, develop, and debug software for semiconductor devices
  • Develop documentation and testing procedures to ensure solutions meet quality standards
  • Troubleshoot software issues and communicate with internal clients for project requirements
  • Contribute expertise in intricate systems and code deciphering
  • Ensure quality and functionality of software solutions
  • Investigate performance bottlenecks using analytical techniques
  • Work across the software stack from data processing to user interface

Benefits

  • Full-time position
  • Eligible for relocation assistance
  • Travel requirements of 10% or less
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Participation in bonus and stock award programs
Full Job Description
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 Software Engineers are responsible for designing, prototyping, developing, and debugging software solutions for semiconductor equipment components and devices to ensure quality and functionality. You'll develop software documentation and test procedures, troubleshoot software problems, and communicate with internal customers to understand project requirements. As part of our team, you'll contribute your expertise in intricate systems, deciphering code, and anticipating software behaviors to ensure Applied remains the leader in the semiconductor and display sectors.

Must Have

Strong software engineering fundamentals
  • Proficient in Python and comfortable building more than prototype scripts.
  • Experience writing maintainable, tested code with clear APIs and good engineering practices.
  • Familiar with common scientific/data libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Polars, SciPy, etc.).
  • Able to quickly learn and contribute to production codebases, services, or tooling.

Algorithms, data processing, and applied problem solving
  • Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and computational thinking.
  • Comfortable working with numerical data, time-series data, statistics, and signal-processing concepts.
  • Able to translate research papers, technical specifications, or ambiguous problem statements into working software.
  • Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and sound debugging skills.

Systems and low-level software understanding
  • Solid understanding of operating systems, memory, concurrency, data layout, I/O, networking, and performance fundamentals.
  • Interested in how software works beneath the abstraction layers.
  • Comfortable reasoning about efficiency, scalability, and resource utilization.
  • Can investigate bottlenecks using data and profiling rather than guesswork.

End-to-end engineering mindset
  • Able to design and implement software components with clear interfaces and separation of concerns.
  • Comfortable working across the stack from data ingestion and computation to APIs and user-facing functionality.
  • Familiar with testing, version control, code reviews, and collaborative software development.

Communication and collaboration
  • Able to communicate technical ideas clearly in both written and verbal form.
  • Can explain tradeoffs and reasoning to engineers, researchers, and domain experts.
  • Comfortable documenting designs, experiments, and implementation decisions.

Curiosity, ownership, and learning velocity
  • Genuinely curious about how systems work and motivated to understand root causes, not just symptoms.
  • Self-driven and able to make progress in ambiguous problem spaces.
  • Enjoys learning new technologies, digging into unfamiliar codebases, and solving difficult technical problems.
  • Demonstrates intellectual curiosity through projects, research, open-source contributions, or hands-on experimentation.

Strong Plus

Advanced degree or research experience
  • Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
  • Experience conducting research and turning ideas into practical implementations.

Distributed systems and service development
  • Familiarity with service-oriented architectures and modern communication protocols.
  • Experience with gRPC, Protocol Buffers, REST APIs, message queues, or distributed systems concepts.

Systems programming
  • Experience with Rust, C++, or C.
  • Interest in systems programming, high-performance computing, profiling, optimization, or low-level debugging.

Semiconductor, instrumentation, or scientific data systems
  • Experience with semiconductor manufacturing, plasma processing, spectroscopy, fault detection, endpoint detection, or related domains.
  • More generally, experience extracting insights from noisy real-world sensor or instrument data.

Data engineering and visualization
  • Experience with SQL, Arrow, Parquet, dataframe-based data pipelines, and large-scale data processing.
  • Willingness to work across disciplines and occasionally contribute to front-end or visualization layers (TypeScript, React, Tauri, Electron, etc.).


Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

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.

About Applied Materials, Inc

Applied Materials specialize in materials engineering solutions. They optimize equipment and fab operations through consulting, spare parts, services, and automation software. They also provide supply chain services from transactional spares through programs, rebuilds, and forecasted parts management. Their products and technologies include semiconductors, displays, roll web coating, solar, and automation software.

**Applied Materials, Inc. Careers**

Join the innovative world of Applied Materials, Inc., a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our global team is driving innovation and growth in the industries we serve. This is where your expertise can make a true impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Applied Materials, Inc., you will be part of a company that prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will lead groundbreaking projects at the intersection of technology, leadership, and engineering excellence. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and push the boundaries of what's possible.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry, utilizing your skills to contribute to projects that are not only exciting but also crucial for technological advancements. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the guidance and support needed to achieve your career goals.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Applied Materials, Inc. provides an array of career paths to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our commitment to career growth is evident through extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Applied Materials, Inc., we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we ensure that our team is taken care of. The culture at Applied Materials, Inc. is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

Join Our Team

Explore the job opportunities at Applied Materials, Inc. and find the position that matches your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and ready to drive innovation in a dynamic industry.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a team that’s dedicated to materializing the technologies of tomorrow. Discover the impact you can make at Applied Materials, Inc. and help us shape the future.

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Learn more about Applied Materials, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$80.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.8 billion
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
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