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Applied Materials • Rehovot, Center District, Israel
Role & seniority: SW Validation Engineer (experienced/senior)
Stack/tools: multidisciplinary system validation; web interfaces; microservices and distributed components; event-driven architectures; collaboration with product, SW architects/developers, automation; Agile/Scrum; familiarity with optics/SEM/lasers/motion systems (contexts of products)
Lead the SW validation and holistic testing of complex systems and algorithms
Develop a prioritized test plan with product managers, field engineers, and architects to address tech challenges and release timelines
Conduct application testing and troubleshooting across distributed components; work with automation developers and contribute to automation processes; review specs to improve development and coverage
Must-have skills: B.Sc in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.); 5+ years of QA/validation in multidisciplinary R&D systems; proven ability to lead holistic quality in complex domains; strong collaboration and independent work capability; good English (oral and written) communication
Nice-to-haves: experience with event-driven systems and microservices architecture; Agile/Scrum experience; FAB work experience; experience with system validation across hardware/software interfaces
Location & work type: Rehovot, Israel; full-time; travel ~10%; Assignee/Regular (no relocation)
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: Rehovot,ISR 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. We're looking for an experienced, talented SW validation engineer to join our team! Applied Materials impacts everybody's lives: we take part in practically every chip manufactured in the world! In Applied Materials Israel, we develop high-end systems for the world's most advanced chip manufacturing, using cutting-edge technology and smart multidisciplinary solutions. What's in it for you? Being a key player in various R&D phases of our cutting-edge products in the semiconductors industry. Close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team such as Product, SW architects, SW developers, Automation developers, system and field support Diverse career growth opportunities. What will you be doing? Lead the SW validation and holistic testing of complex systems, including advanced algorithms and software which collaborate with a mix of state-of-the-art optics, scanning electron microscopes, lasers and motion systems. Collaborate closely with product managers, field engineers and architects to develop a prioritized test plan that addresses technological challenges while meeting the precise needs of our customers and release timelines. Conduct application testing, including web interfaces and microservices, ensuring functionality, performance, and reliability across distributed components. Perform testing and troubleshooting at various complexity levels and operate multidisciplinary systems. Work closely with automation developers and contribute to the automation development processes. Review spec requirements to ensure clarity for the development team and influence the team for effective development and coverage planning. What you should have: B.Sc in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.). 5+ years of proven QA or validation experience in the field of multidisciplinary systems R&D. Experience in leading holistic qual of complex domains. Excellent collaboration capabilities, with different disciplines and the ability to work independently and in a team. Experience working with event-driven systems and micro-services architecture – Advantage. Experience working in a scrum with agile methodologies – Advantage. FAB work experience - Advantage. Strong English oral and written communication skills, presenting skills. Who we are? Applied Materials Israel is home to the Process Diagnostics and Control business unit (PDC). Based in Rehovot, we develop, manufacture and market cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision-based metrology and inspection products that are essential elements in wafer fabrication. By playing a significant role in enabling the production of the next generation of microchips, our expertise enables our customers to transform possibilities into reality. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No 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. We have seen a recent rise in recruitment scams and want to share some info to help you protect yourself during your job search with Applied Materials. Learn More