2026 NCG - Software Engineer (BS/MS)

Software Engineer

We are looking for motivated and curious New College Graduates who are passionate about building high-quality software and eager to grow in a fast-paced engineering environment. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy solving complex problems, continuously learning new technologies, and contributing to impactful products from day one.

As an NCG Software Engineer, you will work closely with experienced engineers to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications. You will gain exposure to modern software development practices while collaborating across teams to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern development practices.
• Build responsive and efficient web applications using JavaScript and Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks.
• Develop backend services and APIs using Node.js and Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and senior engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure robust and maintainable code.
• Continuously learn new tools, frameworks, and technologies while contributing innovative ideas to improve development processes.
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability by learning, unlearning, and adopting better engineering practices as technologies evolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong programming fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with JavaScript, Python, and Node.js.
• Familiarity with Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• Understanding of software engineering principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Exposure to REST APIs, web development, or backend services is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in team environments.

What We Look For

• A growth mindset and strong curiosity to explore new technologies.
• Enthusiasm to work in a dynamic, startup-like environment where innovation and ownership are encouraged.
• Willingness to take initiative, experiment, and learn from both successes and failures.
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-moving engineering culture.

## Qualifications

### Education:

Bachelor's Degree

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### Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

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## Additional Information

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### Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

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### Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

Yes

### Referral Payment Plan:

None

U.S. Salary Range:

$108,000.00 - $148,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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.