We are seeking a senior software engineer to join our semiconductor equipment development team in Santa Clara, CA. This role involves designing and developing complex software solutions for components and devices used in advanced manufacturing processes. Day-to-day responsibilities include troubleshooting intricate software issues, implementing bug fixes, and defining detailed specifications and test plans for simulators and lab environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C/C++, .Net, C#, operating systems, networking principles, algorithms, and multi-threading. Experience with RPC is also highly valued. This position requires expertise in creating scalable software solutions that address critical business challenges within the semiconductor industry.
Skills
C/C++
.Net
C#
Operating Systems
Networking principles
Algorithms
Multi-threading
RPC
What you'll do
Design and develop code for complex software solutions in semiconductor equipment.
Troubleshoot difficult software problems and implement effective bug fixes.
Define detailed specifications and test plans for simulators and lab environments.
Proficient in C/C++, .Net, C#, and have experience with operating systems.
Apply networking principles, algorithms, multi-threading, and RPC in development.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field.
4–7 years of experience in software development and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in C/C++, .Net, C#, and operating systems.
Experience with networking principles, algorithms, and multi-threading.
Ability to design and implement bug fixes for complex software solutions.
Market check
Salary context
This
$152,000–$208,500
range sits above
85%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$117,000–$198,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$135,000–$175,500
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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
65 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$141,000–$193,500
across 65 roles with salary data.