Software QA Engineer

Software Quality Assurance (SQA) /System Test Engineer Description We are seeking a Software SQA/System Test Engineer to join our growing team and participate in the development of a state-of-the-art digital lithography tool. The successful candidate will help drive our software and system quality by working with both the software and hardware teams on the development of Test Plans, tests, and methodologies for finding problems before they surface. Key Responsibilities Contribution to the SQA function and infrastructure for the Digital Lithography group Develop and conduct tests in the lab to validate the functionality of various software features and printed circuit boards Review SW requirements, and functional Specifications and develop detailed, comprehensive test plans and test cases. Facilitate reviews of test plans and test execution results Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing functionality to meet release quality. Integration of software tests into the Automation test framework and documentation of the system/board test procedures Analysis of quality results and directions for process and product improvement Education: BE/MS degree in Computer Science, EE, or related field. Years of Experience: 2 -4 Years Qualifications 2 to 4 years experience in hands-on SQA development. 2+ years experience with system-level and/or hardware board test Proven work experience in software quality assurance Experience with Linux-based embedded systems is required Experience in developing tests and test automation tools in Python, TCL and shell scripting. Some experience in automation framework development is desirable Experience with DB. Experience in C++/C#. More than 3 years experience (Semi conductor manufacturing preferred). Experience using software tools and scripts to test hardware boards and systems Familiarity with digital circuits and communication protocols like I2C and SPI Experience in manufacturing automation and machine control industry is desirable Excellent communication and process documentation skills for developing test methodologies while working with software and hardware developers Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree Skills: Certifications: Languages: Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years Work Experience: Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes 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.