Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Location:
Chennai,INDYou’ll 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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. Learn more about our benefits.
As a Software Engineer at Applied Materials, you’ll dive deep into ground-breaking technologies—like machine learning and AI—to craft novel software solutions that solve our customers’ high-value problems. Our Software Engineers are responsible for designing, prototyping, developing, and debugging software solutions for semiconductor equipment components and devices to ensure quality and functionality. You'll develop software documentation and test procedures, troubleshoot software problems, and communicate with internal customers to understand project requirements. As part of our team, you'll contribute your expertise in intricate systems, deciphering code, and anticipating software behaviors to ensure Applied remains the leader in the semiconductor and display sectors.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of scalable, reliable software solutions for semiconductor manufacturing automation.
- Drive architecture and technical direction across services, making pragmatic technology choices based on scalability, reliability, simplicity, and maintainability.
- Work across the stack when needed, including frontend, backend, databases, messaging, infrastructure, Kubernetes configurations, agentic/AI-powered systems, and helm charts.
- Partner with product managers, customers, and domain experts to understand semiconductor manufacturing workflows and translate operational challenges into effective software solutions.
- Deliver solutions that improve manufacturing outcomes such as productivity, quality, throughput, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Mentor engineers through technical coaching, design reviews, and code reviews.
- Improve system reliability, observability, performance, and operational excellence.
- Influence product direction through technical judgement and growing domain expertise.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 8+ years of software engineering experience building and operating production-grade systems.
- Strong foundations in software design, distributed systems, data structures, algorithms, and system architecture.
- Strong experience designing and building backend services using technologies such as C++ and Java.
- Experience developing modern web applications using frameworks such as React or Angular.
- Experience designing event-driven architectures and message-based systems.
- Experience deploying, operating, and troubleshooting applications on Kubernetes.
- Experience developing software for complex operational environments such as manufacturing automation, factory operations, industrial engineering, engineering workflows, or productivity platforms is a plus.
- Exposure to AI, machine learning, agentic systems, analytics, optimization, or simulation-based software solutions is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Strong knowledge of industry best practices, key business drivers, and how your area of expertise integrates with others
- Leadership skills to lead small projects as needed
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
NoRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of software engineering experience building and operating production-grade systems
- Strong foundations in software design, distributed systems, data structures, algorithms, and system architecture
- Strong experience designing and building backend services using C++ and Java
- Experience developing modern web applications using React or Angular
- Experience designing event-driven architectures and message-based systems
- Experience deploying, operating, and troubleshooting applications on Kubernetes
- Experience developing software for complex operational environments such as manufacturing automation, factory operations, industrial engineering, engineering workflows, or productivity platforms
- Exposure to AI, machine learning, agentic systems, analytics, optimization, or simulation-based software solutions
- Master's degree in a related field
- Strong knowledge of industry best practices, key business drivers, and cross-functional integration
- Leadership skills to lead small projects as needed
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
