Software Engineer II

Software Engineer

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

Salary: $124,000.00 - $170,500.00

Location: Santa Clara, CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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.

You'll also 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop: Build software components for moderately complex projects using C# and .NET, applying design patterns such as MVVM and leveraging frameworks like MEF for modular architecture.
• Debug and Enhance: Implement bug fixes and performance improvements, ensuring code quality through unit and integration testing.
• Document and Communicate: Create clear technical documentation for modules, APIs, and workflows. Collaborate with internal teams to gather requirements and align on specifications.
• Test and Validate: Write and maintain automated tests using NUnit and mocking frameworks. Participate in code reviews and validation of build outputs.
• Troubleshoot and Support: Investigate and resolve software issues related to threading, data flow, and module integration. Provide support for internal and external stakeholders.
• Interface and Collaborate: Work with internal customers to define schedules and requirements. Engage with external customers to address software-related concerns.

Functional Knowledge

• Solid understanding of component-based development, asynchronous programming, and threading models.
• Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, R#, Git, and build automation systems.

Business Expertise

• Understands how software reliability and maintainability impact customer operations and uses this insight to prioritize tasks effectively.

Leadership

• Provides informal mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and new team members.

Problem Solving

• Applies technical experience and judgment to solve moderately complex problems using established frameworks and patterns.

Impact

• Contributes to the quality and stability of software releases, improving team productivity and customer satisfaction.

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates technical concepts clearly across teams, including product managers, testers, and support engineers.

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.

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