Software Engineering Lead

Applied Materials’ IT organization has a long reputation of being a great place to work. The IT team has been recognized as one of Computerworld's 100 Best Places to Work in IT nine times. In addition, numerous Applied IT leaders have been honored as a CIO Magazine's Ones to Watch or Computerworld Premier 100 IT leaders.

This is an onsite based job at our Santa Clara, CA campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust front-end and back-end architectures using Node.js, React.js, and Python, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.

• Collaborate closely with design teams to bring creative visions to life through dynamic React components, while conducting thorough code reviews to uphold coding standards.

• Enhance application performance through advanced optimization techniques such as code splitting, lazy loading, and caching, ensuring swift and responsive user experiences.

• Stay updated on front-end technology trends, integrating cutting-edge tools and methodologies to improve project outcomes.

• Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, to guarantee the reliability and stability of applications.

• Implement automated testing frameworks to streamline regression testing and maintain consistent application performance.

• Lead data analysis efforts using SQL and Python, providing actionable insights to support informed business decisions.

• Develop clear and impactful reports and dashboards using ReactJS, Power BI, or custom solutions, facilitating data-driven decision-making.

• Spearhead front-end development initiatives, mentoring junior developers and fostering a culture of collaborative problem-solving through pair programming sessions.

• Drive innovation by leading the team in creating cutting-edge solutions.

• Take charge of troubleshooting and issue resolution, working across teams to address challenges efficiently.

• Identify areas for process improvement, particularly in migration processes, and implement strategies to optimize and expedite resolution times.

• Manage CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless deployment processes, automate testing, and enhance the overall development workflow.

• Implement monitoring tools and dashboards to track application performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively address issues.

• Maintain clear and effective communication, providing regular updates and resolving blockers to keep projects on track.

• Work as part of GIS globally distributed team to design and implement open source solutions in alignment with business needs and project schedules.

• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide project updates, and address technical concerns, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Uphold comprehensive documentation standards, ensuring that all codebase documentation is detailed, up to date, and easily accessible for future reference.

• Strategically plan for the scalability and growth of applications, designing solutions that can seamlessly handle increasing user loads and data volumes, ensuring long-term success.

• Perform technology and product research to better define requirements, resolve important issues and improve the overall capability of the analytics technology stack.

• Evaluate and provides feedback on future technologies and new releases/upgrades. 

Skills:

• 10+ years experience in successfully designing and building large engineering projects, including launching a successful enterprise application.

• Strong understanding and experience with React, Redux, Python and design systems.

• Strong debugging, problem solving and investigative skills. Ability to assimilate disparate information (log files, error messages etc.) and pursue leads to find root cause problems.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in an agile development environment.

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology.

• Strong consulting and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with various organizations in pursuit of problem solutions.

• Knowledge of software design patterns, OO, data structures, and algorithms.

• A passion for staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies. Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

• Proven ability to mentor and grow other engineers

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

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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 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.