Applied Material is known as the world leader in providing equipment for the IC manufacturing industry. The team located in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, provides EDA solutions inside and outside Applied, focused on physical layout and design rules. Software includes automatic generation of standard cell layouts, design rule checking, definition, and validation. It has complex algorithms and performance challenges (both runtime and memory). We are looking for an experienced **software engineer** that has developed **complex algorithms** to efficiently find solutions for very complex optimization problems. Key responsibilities + Work with a team of algorithmic specialists to research, design and develop complex algorithms + Interface with internal customers for requirements analysis and schedule + Perform software tests on code and enhancements + Compile data for regularly scheduled or special reports, analysis, and statements. + Shared ownership of significantly sized software Key requirements + MSc in Computer Science with more than 10 years of relevant experience + Has deep knowledge of combinatorial optimization algorithms, including but not limited to graph algorithms, dynamic programming, back-tracking and the corresponding data-structures + Proven abilities to analyze algorithmic complexity (both memory and runtime) + Is known to use of heuristics to solve NP-complete problems + Experience with developing software for the EDA or Semiconductor business + Experience in larger software engineering projects, working in a team + Fluent in C+What Applied Materials can offer you: + Competitive Salary and Benefits including; Discretionary Bonus, Pension, Share Schemes, Healthcare; + Individual and comprehensive training programme, including on job training; + Perks such as well-being allowances, environmentally friendly initiatives, and tuition assistance. + Learning and development opportunities. **Qualifications** **Education:** Master'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:** No 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.