System Engineer

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.

As a Systems Engineer, you’ll design, integrate, and optimize complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving is essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes and writing system specifications. You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, confirming that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations.

We are seeking an experienced  System Engineer to join our R&D team in developing a cutting-edge wafer inspection product for the semiconductor industry.

About Us

• Our unit provides innovative solutions to meet the metrology and inspection needs of emerging semiconductor technologies—beyond traditional memory and logic sectors.
• The systems engineering group plays a pivotal role in shaping groundbreaking solutions, bridging market needs with technical innovation.
  
  

• A key role in the product development lifecycle, where your innovative, multidisciplinary, and systems-level thinking will shine.
• A place in a diverse and well-established organization, offering continuous learning and growth across multiple domains.
  
  

• Define system architecture that connects market requirements with engineering capabilities.
• Develop new operational modes to enhance the performance of existing hardware, delivering added value to customers.
• Analyze system and module-level performance to identify opportunities for expanding operational boundaries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges in both R&D and field environments.
  
  

• BSc in Physics or Engineering; MSc or PhD is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience as systems engineer in developing multidisciplinary systems.
• Background in electro-optics, mechatronics, or signal/image processing.
• Experience in system or application engineering for PDC systems – an advantage.
• Semiconductor industry experience – an advantage.
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB – an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to learn independently, apply analytical thinking, and integrate knowledge across disciplines.
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills.