We are seeking a senior software engineer to join our semiconductor equipment development team in Santa Clara. This role involves designing and developing complex software solutions for components and devices used in advanced manufacturing processes. You will troubleshoot intricate software issues, implement bug fixes, and create detailed specifications and test plans for simulators and lab environments. The ideal candidate has 4–7 years of experience with proficiency in C/C++, .Net, C#, operating systems, networking principles, algorithms, and multi-threading. Familiarity with RPC is also beneficial. This position requires a strong understanding of software engineering practices within the semiconductor industry, where you will contribute to cutting-edge technology solutions that drive innovation at scale.
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 possess deep knowledge of operating systems.
Experience with multi-threading and remote procedure call (RPC) technologies required.
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 understanding of operating systems.
Experience with networking principles, algorithms, multi-threading, and RPC.
Ability to define software specifications and develop test plans.
Market check
Salary context
This
$152,000–$209,000
range sits above
78%
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.