Validation Engineer

Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

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.

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer with strong automation skills to join our unique FIFA team, building next-generation applications to control and manage our products.

What's in it for you?

• A key player in the development phases to optimize suggested design alternatives.
• Close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team such as Product, SW architects, SW developers, Automation developers, system and field support
• Diverse career growth opportunities.

The FIFA group develops a software to automate semiconductors chip manufacturing processes. The team works with Java, leveraging modern technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and more.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the SW validation and holistic testing of complex systems involving both hardware and software components.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, field engineers and architects to develop a prioritized test plan that addresses technological challenges while meeting the precise needs of our customers.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting in various complexity levels, and operate multidisciplinary systems
• Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright and GenAI tools.
• Review spec requirements to ensure clarity for the development team and influence the team for effective development and coverage planning.
• Identify, document, and track defects using tools like JIRA and Xray.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to improve product quality.
• Continuously enhance automation frameworks and validation processes.

What Should You Have?

• B.Sc/M.Sc in Computer Science or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)
• 4+ years of experience as a QA/Validation Engineer with a focus on automation and system testing.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools (Playwright Selenium and GenAI tools).
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and Agile practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities.

Advantages

• Knowledge of SEMI standards (E84, E90) and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary environments combining hardware and software.
• Familiarity with JIRA, Xray, and coverage techniques in Agile development.

Applied Materials Israel is home to the Process Diagnostics and Control (PDC) business unit. Based in Rehovot, we develop, manufacture, and market cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision-based metrology and inspection products essential for wafer fabrication. Our expertise enables customers to produce next-generation microchips and transform possibilities into reality.

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

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.