Who We Are
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.
What We Offer
Location:
Bangalore,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.
QA Automation LeadLocation: ITPL, Bangalore About AppliedApplied 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 the technology shaping the future.Applied Materials India SW RnD division (FIFA Genesis product) - responsible for Load/Unload wafers for all the next generation PDC products by ensuring the safety of wafers and maintaining TPT and accuracy.The product combines both HW and SW technologies, while our division is focusing on the SWWe are looking for experienced Automation Team Leader engineer with passion to Automation, SW and semiconductor technology to lead FIFA SW Automation team!Our TeamWe are 80+ member team in SW organization and has more than 15 QA/AT engineers. We are responsible for quality and value for the SW versions released and to be released.Roles and Responsibility- Lead Automation processes, such as automation coverage and debuggability, automation value, automation KPIs and methodology across the OPWI organization.
- Develop automation strategy and scripts to support progression and regression testing based on the technical analysis, complexity, and reusability.
- Design, implement, and improve Automation and product features quality standards and KPIs
- Identify and promote long term Automation improvement opportunities for future roadmap.
- Co-work with QA team, other SW scrum teams, Automation infra team and delivery pipeline team
- Willingness to be take up both Manual Qual and AT based on teams need.
- Conduct AT Coverage milestones monthly
- Be part of and present status on quality and automation on Quarter Business Review
- Design and code E2E tests for Simulations / Setups.
- Recommend new tools, techniques and methodologies needed to enhance productivity and quality.
- Overall 10+ yrs. of Exp
- At least 5 years of experience as Automation engineer hands on.
- At least 2-3 years of end to end Automation ownership
- Strong leadership, team player, coaching and mentoring skills.
- Strong knowledge of testing concepts, methodologies, and processes.
- Good knowledge in OOPS programming concepts and experience in programming languages like Java, Python, C#.
- Agile and DevOps methodologies, concepts, familiar with DevOps, Continuous Testing, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery.
- UI and/or API level test automation expertise.
- Knowledge in performance testing and load testing.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical skills
- Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Working with complex systems involving SW and HW – advantage.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent technical Degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Semiconductor Domain experience
- Working knowledge of SW integrations and qualifications on Hardware products
- Playwright – UI automation framework.
- TestNG – The “new” framework for automation tests. Tests are written in Java by automation engineers.
- Selenium - Used to run automation on Web applications. In Applied we are not using pure Selenium, but wrapped layer of selenium that was written at Applied)
- JSystem – Legacy (old framework), used to run automation on the Swing part of the application. Codeless automation tool when using existing BBs. New BBs need to be developed (in Java) by AT engineer.
- Dockers
- Kubernetes
- Azure
- Jira + Xray – ALM tool
- Jenkins – The tool that we use for automating the CI/CD process.
- Aportal – In-house tool we use to monitor automation runs results. Enables to open bugs, watch logs, follow up on test run history, open bugs summary, etc.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesApplied 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
- Overall 10+ years of experience
- At least 5 years hands-on automation engineering experience
- 2-3 years of end-to-end automation ownership
- Strong knowledge of testing concepts, methodologies, and processes
- Proficiency in OOP and experience with Java, Python, C#
- UI and/or API level test automation expertise
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, Continuous Testing, CI/CD
- Knowledge in performance and load testing
- Experience with Playwright, TestNG, Selenium, JSystem
- Experience with Git, Azure, Jira/Xray, Jenkins, Aportal
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering or equivalent
- Semiconductor domain experience
- Working knowledge of software integrations and hardware product qualifications
- Willingness to perform manual QA and automation tasks 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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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards, with a 401(k) match structure and auto-enrollment described alongside participation in stock-related programs. The combination of matching and purchase discounts is presented as strengthening longer-term financial benefits beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision as well as life and disability protections, with additional support like EAP and virtual care. Onsite fitness/health centers in certain locations further reinforce the sense of a robust health and wellness benefits stack.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as broad, including flexible/unlimited PTO in some roles, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, and parental leave. Flex-time and flexible hours appear repeatedly as part of the overall rewards experience.
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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.
