Software Engineer QA (E3)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

48d • $124,000 - $171,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Senior quality engineering expert driving scalable, AI-enabled validation strategies and ensuring high product quality across complex software systems. Acts as a trusted advisor on quality risks, customer impact, and automation-led innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in relevant field
• 7–10 years in software quality engineering or related domain
• Deep knowledge in software testing, automation frameworks, and quality engineering practices
• Translates business challenges into scalable quality solutions and best practices
• Applies advanced analytical thinking to solve complex quality and system issues
• Effectively communicates complex concepts and influences cross-functional stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• AI/ML
• Scalability
• Regression standardization
• Test data management
• Coverage optimization
• Data analytics
• Predictive techniques
• AI adoption

Responsibilities

• Define and implement advanced quality engineering strategies, emphasizing automation, AI/ML, and scalability.
• Develop, execute, and optimize complex test plans, frameworks, and standards with minimal supervision.
• Lead cross-functional and cross-BU initiatives (e.g., regression standardization, test data management, coverage optimization).
• Apply data analytics and predictive techniques to identify defects, prevent escapes, and assess customer risk.
• Debug and validate complex software systems, ensuring robust integration across computation, data processing, and control systems.
• Analyze test results, identify gaps, and drive corrective and preventive actions for quality improvement.
• Provide technical leadership in resolving critical issues, escalations, and systemic product challenges.
• Influence product quality direction and best practices, aligning with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with development, architecture, and leadership teams as a trusted advisor on quality trade-offs and AI adoption.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, standards, and reports to support traceability and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture
• Encourages learning, development, and career growth
• Programs and support for personal and professional growth
• Care for employees at work, at home, or wherever they may go
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior