Senior Computing Developer

About Applied

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 the technology shaping the future.

About PDC

At PDC (Process Diagnostics and Control) division, we design, develop, manufacture and support complex multidisciplinary machines for the semiconductor industry. These machines integrate numerous computing devices including servers, storage systems and network equipment.

About CNS Group

The Computing Development Group is responsible for designing and developing the computing module during the R&D phase. Our team is made up of leading engineers, who are distinguished by their combination of IT knowledge and development capabilities. They are exceptional individuals with a strong commitment to create the best future solutions.

Role Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Computing Engineer to join our innovative Common Development Team. This team is tasked with creating the next common computing solution to be utilized across all PDC products. This solution may encompass the development and implementation of new computing software/hardware technologies, deployment utilities, development utilities, testing and diagnostic utilities, virtualization solutions, K8s solutions, monitoring systems, etc. As a Sr Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to participate in the creation of new solutions and enhancements to existing applications, from concept to launch as part of a cross functional team. In this role you will utilize your experience to provide Software solutions which involves deep Computing knowledge of the underlying Product. You will also be required to work with various interfaces to ensure the completeness of the solution.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect requirements from all stakeholders regarding the forthcoming common solution.
• Define the tasks list, effort, resources, timeline needed to complete the common solution.
• Conduct research, collaborate with internal module owners and outline alternative solutions.
• Build and configure proof-of-concept labs to evaluate the pros and cons of each alternative.
• Acquire a profound understanding of computing hardware and software technologies.
• Conduct design reviews of your selected solution from among the alternatives and outline the next steps.
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions with stakeholders to identify any required top-level developments for the solution.
• Develop the common computing solution.
• Perform comprehensive functional testing to ensure all requirements are met.
• Deliver the common solution in a technically clear manner, including documentation, user manuals, implementation guidelines, support details, etc.
• Assist stakeholders with the retrieval and implementation of the common solution.
• Interfaces with external customers regarding software issues
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations
• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members
• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents 
• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Job Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters of Engineering in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical or Equivalent with minimum of 5 years of experience
• Strong experience (5+ years) in Windows and/or Linux administration (preferably Linux)
• Hands-On Development Experience(5+ years) with scripting (PowerShell/Bash/Ansible/Python)
• Experience with Virtualization systems, Docker, K8s, and Containers
• Self-motivated, approachable, and adaptable
• Experience of working with Global, Multi-site, Matrix teams
• Excellent verbal and written English proficiency
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD technologies
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and tool chain (like JIRA)
• MCITP/MCSA/MCSE Certification

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.