Validation Engineer Lead

Who We AreApplied 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 OfferLocation:Rehovot,ISRYou’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 highly skilled and detail-oriented Validation Lead to join our unique FIFA team, building next-generation applications to control and manage our products.What’s in it for you?As a Validation Lead, you will play a key technical leadership role, driving end-to-end quality strategy and execution for complex systems. You will influence product quality at scale, lead cross-domain validation efforts, and shape how quality is built into the development lifecycle.Our GroupThe FIFA group develops a software to automate semiconductors chip manufacturing processes. The team works with Java , leveraging modern technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes , and more.What you'll be doingLead end-to-end validation strategy and execution across domainsDefine and drive customer-focused, risk-based testing approachesOwn holistic test plans (STP), coverage, and validation scopeParticipate in design and planning phases to identify gaps and risksReview and approve STP/STR and validation methodologiesAct as technical POC for QA and validation topicsDrive quality methodologies, standards, and process improvementsCollaborate cross-domain to align testing strategies and executionLead complex investigations and resolution of field escalationsDefine and align manual and automation testing strategiesTrack quality metrics and drive continuous improvementsMentor QA engineers and lead quality knowledge sharingWhat should you haveB.Sc / M.Sc in Engineering (Software, Electrical, or related field)Proven experience in system-level validation and E2E testingStrong understanding of complex software systems and architecturesExperience driving test strategies, methodologies, and quality processesHands-on experience with risk-based and customer-oriented testingSolid understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and Agile developmentAbility to analyze data and provide actionable quality insightsExperience with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Xray)Strong communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to lead cross-team initiatives and influence without authorityExperience mentoring engineers and driving quality cultureAdvantagesKnowledge of SEMI standards and semiconductor manufacturing processes.Experience in multi-disciplinary environments combining hardware and software.Familiarity with JIRA, Xray , and coverage techniques in Agile development.Who We AreApplied 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 enables the technologies shaping our future.In Applied Materials Israel, we develop advanced software systems that control and optimize semiconductor manufacturing processes, using modern technologies and multidisciplinary engineering.Additional InformationTime Type:Full timeEmployee Type:Assignee / RegularTravel:Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:NoApplied 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.