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:

$152,000.00 - $209,000.00

Location:

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. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

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. Learn more about our benefits.

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.

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions 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. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.

While virtually every nationality, culture, and background are currently represented within Applied Materials, we strive for a more robust Culture of Inclusion (COI) and diversity. Leveraging our COI vision helps drive innovation, build organizational capabilities, create equal opportunities for everyone, and achieve our company’s Definition of Winning.

Applied Materials’ Common Systems Software Department is searching for an experienced Software Engineer to join our team. Our department develops the software for the control system of semiconductor process equipment. This includes developing interfaces for advanced sensors, designing the data and control flow, creating algorithms for the optimal material engineering on an atomic scale and the real-time control of devices such as robots, motors, generators, pumps and flow controllers. Other aspects of our work include the design of the user interface, data collection, storage and analysis, machine learning and analytics, remote access and security.

Our Team

Our team develops software for real time control of semiconductor chip manufacturing equipment. We also create control algorithms that optimizes the utilization of the equipment to offer differentiated value to our customers.

Your Opportunity

As an individual contributor to the wider team, you will get the opportunity to grow in the field of complex system design and optimizations solving the unique critical issues advancing semiconductor industry.

• About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Optimization Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic foundation in operations research, applied mathematics, or a related field, coupled with practical experience in solving complex optimization problems in industrial settings and good programming skills. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement optimization models that drive efficiency in our product line. You will have proficiency in C++.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mathematical models to solve real-world optimization problems in manufacturing where available time to results is constrained.
• Implement and solve models using commercial solvers like Gurobi,Hexaly,CPLEX. or open-source alternatives.
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate optimization solutions into production systems.
• Analyze large datasets to extract insights and validate model assumptions.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders through clear visualizations and reports.
• Stay updated with the latest research and advancements in operations research and optimization technologies
  Leadership- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Leads projects
  Problem Solving- Solves problems in moderately difficult to complex situations
• Analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents
• Takes a new perspective on existing solutions
• Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
  Interpersonal Skills- Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations
• Works to build consensus

Our Ideal Candidate

Someone who has the drive and passion to learn quickly, pays attention to details, has the ability to multi-task and switch contexts based on business needs.

Education: Master’s Degree with 2 or more years of professional experience, or
Bachelor’s degree with 7 or more years of professional experience

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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.

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.