Senior Software Engineer

Company: Onto Innovation
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers' critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.Job Summary & ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development and a deep understanding of hardware systems. This role involves designing, developing and maintaining software solutions for complex semiconductor systems.Key Responsibilities:

• Key member of a small team of software engineers supporting full software lifecycle activities for automation applications of the Inspection Business Unit (IBU).
• Participate in New Product Development (NPD) activities by collaborating in a team setting with hardware engineers, application engineers, Technical Project Managers and Program/Product Managers.
• Develop and maintain software applications that integrate with complex semiconductor handling systems.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software to ensure high-quality and reliable operation.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new features and functionalities.
• Perform requirement analysis and capture, develop detailed SW designs, code and associated test plans.
• Perform design/code reviews for all deliverables, collaborating with the systems engineers, software developers, and other technical staff.
• Optimize software performance and ensure scalability.
• Document software designs, processes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies in software development and hardware-software integration.QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Proven experience (5+ years) in software development for highly technical applications.Strong knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience working with complex systems.Excellent skillset focused on Windows development, the .NET platform (C#, C++), and relation databases (SQL Server a plus).Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, AzureDevOps) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail and quality. Demonstrated experience debugging complex multi-threaded environments.Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.Ability to travel both domestically (-10%) and internationally (infrequent and only when needed).Preferred Qualifications:Experience in the semiconductor industry, robotics, or similar sector.Familiarity with hardware communication protocols and embedded systems is a plus.Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development.Experience with software estimation a plus.Experience developing, and implementing algorithms on GPUs a plus.Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process.
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