Senior Engineer I, Software Engineering - Factory Automation 

As part of ASM’s Software Engineering team, you’ll develop advanced control software that drives the most sophisticated semiconductor equipment in the world. Your work will directly impact robotics, gas flow systems, and temperature control hardware—delivering real-time results in chip manufacturing. Based in Phoenix, you’ll collaborate globally and help shape the future of semiconductor automation and factory integration.

What you will be working on:

• Design and develop factory automation features on the equipment side, including:
  • Remote command execution
  • Host-driven FOUP handling and workflow integration
  • Recipe management from host systems
  • Factory Automation (FA) ID management
• Build and enhance supervisor-layer software infrastructure, working closely with GUI and device control teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to factory automation and system integration, both during development and in production environments
• Collaborate with customer station controller teams to ensure seamless host-to-equipment communication
• Support feature validation and testing (e.g., DLab) and participate in on-tool debugging and issue resolution when needed

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Strong programming experience in C#
• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Experience in the semiconductor or manufacturing automation industry
• Hands-on experience with factory automation systems and equipment integration
• Familiarity with industry standards such as:
  • SECS/GEM
  • GEM300
  • EDA / Interface A
• Experience working with Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS)
• Experience with modern communication frameworks such as gRPC

What sets you apart

• 10+ years in software development and architecture
• Experience with:
• Strong problem-solving skills in complex, distributed systems

• Experience working in cross-functional and customer-facing environments

• Experience with performance profiling and memory optimization
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies

Senior Engineer I, Software Engineering - Factory Automation 

As part of ASM’s Software Engineering team, you’ll develop advanced control software that drives the most sophisticated semiconductor equipment in the world. Your work will directly impact robotics, gas flow systems, and temperature control hardware—delivering real-time results in chip manufacturing. Based in Phoenix, you’ll collaborate globally and help shape the future of semiconductor automation and factory integration.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Build software for Windows and real-time operating systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real-time control systems
• Triage mechanical, electrical, and software bugs
• Lead escalation calls with field engineers and global customers
• Collaborate with QA and Support teams to manage regression testing
• Author and review system specifications, software designs, and test plans
• Investigate internal and external problem reports and propose solutions
• Evaluate and recommend software engineering tools
• Participate in system design and scheduling efforts
• Integrate and support factory automation protocols such as SECS/GEM
• Work closely with automation teams to ensure seamless equipment-factory communication

Requirements:

• BS Degree in Computer Science or related field. MS preferred.
• Strong software development skills in C#
• 5+ years’ experience as a generalist or mid-stack software developer
• Experience in the semiconductor industry
• Hands-on experience with factory automation systems
• Familiarity with SECS/GEM, GEM300, EDA/Interface A protocols
• Experience with AMHS (Automated Material Handling Systems)

What sets you apart

• 10+ years in software development and architecture
• Experience with:
  • Machine control software (especially for semiconductor equipment)
  • Windows and real-time operating systems
  • Multi-threaded and real-time applications
  • GUI development and device drivers
  • Networking, data communications, and EtherCAT
  • Dynamic scheduling algorithms with deadlock avoidance

As a Manager, Software Engineering for our Scheduling Team, you’ll lead a group of talented engineers building advanced scheduling engines that power real-time control systems across global chipmaking fabs. Your leadership will directly influence the performance of cutting-edge hardware—from robotics to temperature controllers—used by the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers.

What you will be working on

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers focused on scheduling solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Drive the design, development, testing, and deployment of scheduling engines for multiple platforms.
• Collaborate on software strategy, architecture, and innovation initiatives.
• Oversee troubleshooting of real-time control systems and coordinate resolution of complex software issues.
• Manage cross-functional collaboration with QA, Support, and Field Engineering teams.
• Ensure timely delivery of software development schedules and maintain alignment with business priorities.
• Review and approve system specifications, designs, and test plans.
• Evaluate software engineering tools and contribute to system design decisions.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience managing and developing software engineering teams.
• Strong software development skills in C#.
• Solid understanding of scheduling concepts involving multiple resources and jobs.
• Ability to work across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to resolve issues.
• Skilled in building software for Windows and Real-Time Operating Systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

What sets you apart

• Experience with machine control software, especially for semiconductor equipment.
• Familiarity with multi-threaded and real-time applications.
• Knowledge of GUI development, device drivers, and interrupt-driven software.
• Understanding of networking, data communications, and EtherCAT.
• Expertise in complex dynamic scheduling algorithms with deadlock avoidance.
• Ability to read and translate code functionality and produce clear documentation.