Job Overview
Role: Software Engineer – SDET Location: Chennai Experience: 0–2 Years Preferred Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field Key Skills: .NET, C#, Python, Software Engineering, Testing, Debugging, Semiconductor Software
Job Description
Applied Materials Recruitment 2026 is hiring for the Software Engineer – SDET position in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field and proficiency in .NET, C#, and Python can apply for this full-time software engineering opportunity. The role is part of Applied Materials' Engineering organization and focuses on designing, developing, testing, and debugging software solutions for semiconductor equipment components and devices. Candidates with 0–2 years of experience are preferred, making this opportunity relevant for freshers and early-career software engineers. The position involves contributing to software development activities, developing documentation and test procedures, and troubleshooting software problems.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Software Development: Design, prototype, and develop software solutions for semiconductor equipment components and devices with limited complexity.
- Documentation: Develop software documentation and test procedures.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot software problems of limited difficulty.
- Client Communication: Communicate with internal customers to understand project requirements.
- Quality Assurance: Contribute to software quality and functionality through development and testing activities.
- Code Analysis: Analyze code and software behavior to help identify and resolve problems.
Skills and Eligibility Criteria
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Information Management, Software/System Engineering, Cyber Security or Mathematics.
Experience: 0–2 years preferred. Suitable for early-career software engineers.
Mandatory Technical Skills:
- .NET
- C# (strong programming fundamentals and object-oriented development)
- Python
- Software Engineering (fundamental theories and concepts)
- Testing (ability to develop test procedures and validate software functionality)
- Debugging (ability to troubleshoot software problems and investigate application behavior)
Competencies:
- Familiarity with the basic theories and concepts of software engineering
- Strong foundation in programming and software engineering concepts
- Interest in development, testing, and troubleshooting semiconductor equipment software