Software Engineer

Salary

$132,000.00 - $181,500.00

Location: Chandler,AZ

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

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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 a highly motivated Software Engineer with 4-6 years of experience in database development, performance optimization, and data-intensive applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, along with experience working with time-series databases such as KDB+/q. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and maintaining scalable database solutions that support high-volume transactional and analytical workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database solutions using Oracle and PostgreSQL.
• Develop complex SQL queries, PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers.
• Design and optimize database schemas, data models, and indexing strategies for performance and scalability.
• Work with time-series databases such as KDB+ to store, process, and analyze large volumes of time-based data.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to improve query execution and system efficiency.
• Troubleshoot database issues, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain data ingestion, ETL, and data synchronization processes.
• Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate database solutions into enterprise applications.
• Implement database security, backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and production support activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for database architectures and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 4-6 years of hands-on experience with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and database performance tuning.
• Experience developing PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and database objects.
• Experience with PostgreSQL administration, query optimization, indexing, and replication.
• Experience working with time-series databases such as KDB+/q or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of relational database concepts, data modeling, and database design.
• Experience with database migration, backup, recovery, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and scripting languages.
• Familiarity with source control systems such as Git.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time analytics platforms.
• Knowledge of distributed systems and scalable database architectures.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with data streaming technologies and messaging frameworks.
• Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise applications.

Skills

• Oracle Database
• PostgreSQL
• KDB+/q (Time-Series Database)
• SQL & PL/SQL
• Database Performance Tuning
• Data Modeling
• Query Optimization
• Replication & High Availability
• ETL/Data Integration
• Linux/Unix
• Git
• Additional Information
• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No

Pay and benefits

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.

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