C++ Developer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Applied Materials scores A on the Alion truth index.
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:
Mumbai,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.
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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.Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ development to design, develop, and maintain high-performance software applications.
The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in software engineering principles, object-oriented design, multithreaded programming, and system-level development.
The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and maintainable software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software features for semiconductor CAD applications using modern C++.
- Develop efficient, reusable, and reliable code with a focus on performance and maintainability, following established coding standards and best practices.
- Implement and optimize algorithms for layout data processing, geometry operations, and pattern matching under technical guidance.
- Translate design specifications and requirements into working, well-documented software.
- Own the development of software features, including implementation, unit testing, and integration testing.
- Analyze and resolve software defects and performance issues, and implement robust bug fixes.
- Contribute to software quality through code reviews, unit testing, and test automation.
- Participate in technical design discussions and design reviews.
- Work closely with product management, QA, and engineering teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
- Prepare and maintain software documentation, test procedures, and release notes.
Required Skills
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in modern C++ (C++11/14/17) with 4-8 years of software development experience.
- Good understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and common design patterns.
- Working knowledge of STL, templates, smart pointers, and memory management.
- Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms; exposure to computational geometry is a plus.
- Experience developing multi-threaded or concurrent applications.
- Understanding of Operating Systems (Windows/Linux).
- Experience with source control systems such as Git.
- Familiarity with debugging, profiling, and performance optimization techniques.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with gRPC and REST APIs.
- Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Familiarity working with large-scale data processing systems
Desired Candidate Profile
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, Agile development environment.
- Self-motivated and capable of driving tasks to completion with limited supervision.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and customer focus.
- Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous learning.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
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.