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Software Engineer-C++/Python, Linux (m/f/d) - semiconductor industry

Posted on Oct 12

Software Engineer-C++/Python, Linux (m/f/d) - semiconductor industry

Feldkirchen, GermanySoftware Engineering€70,400 – €96,800Posted 27 days ago

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

Salary:
€70.400,00 - €96.800,00

Location:
Feldkirchen,DEU

You'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.

Our Team

The YTG group develops, builds, and ships advanced test systems for the display and packaging industry. These systems leverage high-speed electron beam microscopes and custom electronics to acquire signals and images, enabling complex data analysis and image processing to detect defects in memory and processor chips. The software team controls the electron beam and acquires/processes data and images, collaborating across Germany and India.

Your Opportunity

Join us to shape the next generation of our products by driving end-to-end solutions that span software and hardware. You'll collaborate with experts in Germany and cross-functional teams in Bangalore to deliver customer-focused outcomes, accelerate time-to-market, and uplift engineering efficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Systems & Architecture Ownership: Lead design discussions and produce architecture artifacts for modules spanning software + hardware interfaces (device I/O, data acquisition, algorithms, GUI/UX).

- Hands-on Engineering (C++/Python on Linux): Implement performant, maintainable components and services; define clear interfaces/contracts; contribute to reviews and refactoring.

- Performance & Reliability: Design for resilience and rollback; strengthen test strategies (unit/integration/system).

- Cross-geo Collaboration: Work closely with engineering counterparts across globe.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Solution-First Mindset: Think beyond programming languages-own the customer problem and the end-to-end solution across software, hardware, and operations.

- Strong Systems Design: Experience designing systems that integrate software + hardware (sensors, motion/controls, device drivers, embedded/RT interactions).

- AI-Assisted Development: Comfortable using AI-assisted developer tooling and prompt-based workflows to accelerate design documentation, code scaffolding/refactoring, test generation, and troubleshooting-while verifying outputs and following responsible-use guidelines.

- Collaboration & Communication: Clear communicator who aligns cross-functional stakeholders and documents decisions effectively.

- Education: B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science, Electronics, or related fields.

- Proficiency in C++ (modern standards) and Python on Linux.

- Profound experience with system design and integration across software + hardware platforms.

- Familiarity with build tools (e.g., CMake/Make) and toolchains (gcc/clang); strong debugging/profiling on Linux.

- Exposure to testing frameworks and code quality practices (unit/integration, static analysis, formatting/linting).

- Domain Plus: Background in semiconductor is a strong advanta-ge.

Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied 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.

About Applied Materials

At Applied Materials, our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Manufacturing

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