Python Technical Lead – Engineering

About the role

Applied Materials is seeking a senior Python Technical Lead to drive the design, development, and maintenance of complex Python‑based solutions for its semiconductor and display equipment business. The role involves leading a team, shaping architecture, and ensuring high‑quality, reusable code.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Python developers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Architect, design, and implement complex Python‑based solutions to address business requirements.
• Develop and maintain high‑quality Python packages and libraries, ensuring code reusability and maintainability.
• Manage Python package creation and distribution using wheel, and integrate with Gradle and Groovy builds.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define technical requirements, design solutions, and prioritize tasks.
• Drive best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in Python development and related areas.
• Manage tasks and quality using Jira, Confluence, Nexus, JFrog Artifactory, Bitbucket, and SonarQube.
• Maintain the existing backend framework integrated with Gradle, Groovy, and Git hooks.
• Contribute to the enhancement of development processes and methodologies.
• Apply Agile methodologies and practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Python development and package management.
• Proven expertise in core Python and proficiency with package build tools like Gradle.
• Strong understanding of Groovy programming language and Git commands.
• Hands‑on experience with Jenkins for CI/CD pipelines and Docker for containerization.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and drive results.

Required skills

• Python
• Gradle
• Git
• Jira
• Kotlin
• Groovy
• Jenkins
• CI/CD
• Docker
• Wheel (Python package format)
• Nexus
• JFrog Artifactory
• Bitbucket
• SonarQube
• Confluence

What we offer

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Health and wellbeing programs for employees at work and at home.
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor and display industries.