EDA Software support engineer

Customer focused EDA tool support engineer

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

Applied Materials is known as the world leader in providing equipment for the IC manufacturing industry. The System To Materials (STM) group is bridging the gap from materials & manufacturing to systems in order to co-optimize all steps from materials to systems.

The part of STM located in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, provides EDA solutions inside and outside Applied Materials, focused on physical layout and design rules. Software includes automatic generation of standard cell layouts, design rule checking, definition and validation. Customers are large semiconductor manufacturers as well as Applied Materials internal groups.

The team is looking for a communicative EE or SC person for supporting our software. This role involves creating specs for new or upgraded software features, developing prototypes / demonstrators of new features, and participating in support and sales of software (analyze customer issues / create presentations / give demos). This position is based out of our Eindhoven office but involves significant travel.

Key responsibilities

• Communicate with end-users to support software in the areas of polygon level physical IC layout:

• Analyse and resolve software issues as reported by users

• Creating specs for new or upgrading existing software features

• Develop prototypes (in Python) for such features

• Demonstrate software in these areas (as part of the sales process)

• Travel to customers or trade-shows for above purposes

• Communicate to R&D developers to create optimal specifications for new features

• Implement work-around solutions using Python

Key requirements

• Bsc or Msc in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, 5 -10 years of experience

• Experience in large (50+ person years) software projects, working in a team

• Understanding of IC physical layout. Insight in integrated circuit processing steps is a pro

• Scripting in python

• Being able to demonstrate these key requirements

We empower our engineers to experiment and push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. To learn about engineering at Applied and our advanced technology and research, visit our Careers page.

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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.

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. To learn more about our commitment to DEI visit the Applied Materials Inclusion page.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors or Master’s Degree

Years of Experience: 5 – 10 Years

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, max two weeks per 2 months

Relocation Eligible: No

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.