Process
I just had a phone screening interview. The HR representative mentioned that there would be technical interviews in a few days, but I haven't received any emails from them yet.
Questions
A tricky question about how to use minimal steps to find a ball that weighs differently than the other 7 balls. (only use a scale)
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 11 interview experiences for the Applied Materials Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
45%
Pass Rate
Applied Materials's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive36%
Neutral36%
Negative27%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Applied Materials's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Applied Materials Work Experiences
5.0
Very good work-life balance, good benefits
Software Engineer • Current Employee
September 29, 2022
Pros: Very good WLB, can WFH all the time.
Cons: Pay is not that high in the industry.
4.0
Global Travel, Confusing Hierarchy
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
March 21, 2024
Pros: Good opportunities to go abroad.
Cons: Hierarchy-based management is very confusing.
4.0
Solid Work Environment
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Santa Clara, California, United States
January 6, 2025
Pros: - Work with cutting-edge software tools
- Nice and modern campus
Cons: - Not the most diverse work environment.
- Usually overloaded with multiple projects at one time.
- Full RTO.
- 5.0Very good work-life balance, good benefitsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSeptember 29, 2022Pros: Very good WLB, can WFH all the time.Cons: Pay is not that high in the industry.
- 4.0Global Travel, Confusing HierarchySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaMarch 21, 2024Pros: Good opportunities to go abroad.Cons: Hierarchy-based management is very confusing.
- 4.0Solid Work EnvironmentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSanta Clara, California, United StatesJanuary 6, 2025Pros: - Work with cutting-edge software tools - Nice and modern campusCons: - Not the most diverse work environment. - Usually overloaded with multiple projects at one time. - Full RTO.
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