Software Engineer

Applied Materials

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $179,500–$246,500 / yr
Posted: 45 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $158k

This role $213k

$105k most similar roles pay here $262k

This role pays more than 88% of similar roles. Most pay $137,500–$179,125 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $213k versus about $158k for comparable roles.

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About Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

Applied Materials currently has 128 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $132,750–$182,500 across 128 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer

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Software Engineer As a Software Engineer, you will serve as the Technical Lead for the Software Platform of a wafer processing tool. You will architect, implement, and deliver the full software stack to control subsystems, including chamber motion, sensors, safety, and recipe execution logic. Your daily responsibilities involve designing, prototyping, developing, and debugging software solutions while collaborating cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and supplier teams to meet production goals. You will manage technical leadership by establishing standards, mentoring contributors, and coordinating system integration. The role requires expertise in C#, modern C++, Python, Linux OS, EtherCAT, motion control, and safety logic configuration. This position addresses the complex challenge of developing robust software for semiconductor equipment components and devices, ensuring reliable communication, device synchronization, and data transfer within high-value manufacturing environments involving intricate instrumentation and automation systems.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.

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Skills

C# C++ Python Linux EtherCAT Motion Control Machine Learning AI FPGA Software Architecture Robotics Automation Instrumentation Optical Imaging Systems Safety Logic Data Transfer

What you'll do

Architect and implement the full software stack for wafer processing tool subsystems.
Develop software components for chamber motion, sensors, safety, I/O, and recipe execution logic.
Build robust APIs and communication interfaces for integration with the main equipment frame.
Implement real-time communication protocols such as EtherCAT and manage device synchronization.
Serve as the primary technical contact to coordinate software engineering efforts with external suppliers.
Lead design decisions and establish software standards across mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
Create high-quality architecture documents, interface specifications, and integration guides for production use.
Mentor other contributors and oversee code quality throughout the project lifecycle.

What we're looking for

Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience with instrumentation.
Mastery of C#, modern C++, and Python programming languages.
Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
Production level experience with EtherCAT, motion control, and configuring safety logics.
Extensive software architecture design and project management skills.
Experience in semiconductor or automation equipment control, robotics, or optical imaging systems.
Familiarity with FPGA programming.