Job Summary
Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Execution : Provide day‑to‑day technical leadership and work direction for a software team consisting of 2 engineers and 3 contractors. Plan, prioritize, & coordinate work supporting program schedules & product roadmaps. Coach & mentor team members on technical execution, software design, and engineering best practices. Foster a collaborative engineering culture focused on accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.
Architecture & Technical Direction Drive software architecture for MBE systems at the product‑line level. Define & maintain architectural patterns, design guidelines, and technical standards for MBE control software. Guide module‑ and system‑level design decisions to ensure consistency, reliability, and long‑term maintainability. Translate system‑ and product‑level requirements into clear architectural direction and actionable software designs. Collaborate closely with systems engineering, hardware, applications, and manufacturing to ensure alignment. Identify architectural risks and tradeoffs early and drive informed design decisions, escalating when appropriate.
Hands‑On Technical Contribution Contribute directly to software design, development, debugging, and system integration as needed. Review designs and code to ensure adherence to architectural intent and engineering standards. Support troubleshooting of complex issues spanning software, hardware, networking, and equipment interfaces. Participate in testing, validation, and debugging on physical tools and in simulation environments.
Product Lifecycle & Continuous Improvement Support new product development, feature enhancements, & platform improvements for current and next‑generation products. Lead or support defect resolution, root‑cause analysis, and Continuous Improvement (CIP) activities. Ensure appropriate documentation of software requirements, designs, architectural decisions, and releases. Support production tools and customer escalations as necessary to ensure successful deployment and field performance.
Key Responsibilities
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide technical solutions.
3. Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices are followed.
4. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently to maintain system integrity.
5. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive innovation and process improvements.
Skill Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Work with semiconductor capital equipment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership, such as serving as a project lead, module owner, or informal team lead.
- Experience coordinating or leading the work of engineers and/or contractors is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Strong foundation in Object‑Oriented software design and development within large or evolving codebases.
- Proficiency with C#, .NET, C++, WinForms, WPF, COM, SQL, Visual Studio, and Windows‑based systems.
- Experience supporting multiple software releases, version control workflows, and long‑lived product platforms.
- Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle in an industrial or product‑development environment.
Systems & Integration
- Experience interfacing with external devices using serial, TCP/IP, Modbus, or similar communication protocols.
- Ability to read and implement hardware and device communication specifications.
- General understanding of PC configuration, networking, and integration with electro‑mechanical systems.