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Validation Engineer

Job ID
R2517856
Date posted
11/26/2025
Location
Rehovot, Central District
Category
Engineering

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Location:

Rehovot,ISR

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 learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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. Learn more about our benefits

We are looking for a highlyskilled and detailed-oriented Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineertojoin ourdynamicteam of building next generationapplicationto control andmanage our products.  

What’sin it for you?

As a keymember, you will help develop our products by ensuring our applications are stable andperformwell. You willbe part ofa strong team, whichisa greatopportunityto learn and develop your skillsandhave a direct impact on the product’s success.

Our Group

Weare responsible fordeveloping new capabilities forscanningelectron microscope (SEM)toolfor semiconductor production manufacturing.

Whatyou'll be doing:

  • Collaborate with Product Development and customers to ensure requirements meet their needs.

  • Plan, develop, implement, andmaintaincomprehensive test plans and test cases for new software projectsmaintainquality standards for company products.

  • Design and execute comprehensive test cases at both code and system levels, ensuring full coverage of requirements and specifications.

  • Performvarious typesof tests, including new functionality, regression, performance, and scheduled nightly runs.

  • Create an efficient working environment byleveragingautomation scripts to streamline and simplify testing tasks.

  • Maintain documentation of test plans and test results toassistin debugging and software modification.

  • Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective actions.

  • Collaborate with development engineers to resolve issues and ensure seamless integration of software into scientific computation, data acquisition, and processing workflows.

  • Work independently in the field with minimal supervision,demonstratingstrong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

  • Stay up to date with the latest software testing trends and technologies.

Whatshould youhave?

  • A bachelor's degree or practical engineer in one of the scientific fields

  • At least3years of experience in software quality assurance

  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

  • Strong technical skills in software testing and quality assurance

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Basicunderstanding of software development life cycle

Advantages:

  • Proven experience and productivity gains from using AI tools.

  • Solid understanding of coverage techniques in Agile software development.

  • Experience working in a global company or large-scale high-tech organization.

  • Ability to define test flows for automation development.

  • Familiarity with Jira and Xray.

Whoare we?

Applied Materials Israel is home to the Process Diagnostics and Control business unit (PDC). Based in Rehovot, we develop, manufacture and marketcutting-edgemachine learning and computer vision-based metrology and inspection products that are essential elements in wafer fabrication. By playing a significant role in enabling the production of the next generation of microchips, ourexpertiseenables our customers to transform possibilities into reality.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.