Software Engineer

Oracle + Postgres
UNITED STATES
November 11, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Company: Applied Materials
Location: Chandler, AZ
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay / Compensation: $132,000.00 – $181,500.00

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer with 4-6 years of experience in database development, performance optimization, and data-intensive applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, along with experience working with time-series databases such as KDB+/q. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and maintaining scalable database solutions that support high-volume transactional and analytical workloads.

What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain database solutions using Oracle and PostgreSQL.
  • Develop complex SQL queries, PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers.
  • Design and optimize database schemas, data models, and indexing strategies for performance and scalability.
  • Work with time-series databases such as KDB+ to store, process, and analyze large volumes of time-based data.
  • Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to improve query execution and system efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot database issues, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop and maintain data ingestion, ETL, and data synchronization processes.
  • Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate database solutions into enterprise applications.
  • Implement database security, backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and production support activities.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for database architectures and operational procedures.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • 4-6 years of hands-on experience with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and database performance tuning.
  • Experience developing PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and database objects.
  • Experience with PostgreSQL administration, query optimization, indexing, and replication.
  • Experience working with time-series databases such as KDB+/q or similar platforms.
  • Strong understanding of relational database concepts, data modeling, and database design.
  • Experience with database migration, backup, recovery, and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and scripting languages.
  • Familiarity with source control systems such as Git.

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (if applicable)

  • Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time analytics platforms.
  • Knowledge of distributed systems and scalable database architectures.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with data streaming technologies and messaging frameworks.
  • Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise applications.

Benefits & Perks (if applicable)

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Potential eligibility for bonus and a stock award program.

Applied 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.

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