Senior Software Engineer
onto innovationDorchester Center (MA)
About the role
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 & Responsibilities We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Engineer to join our team focused on developing both frontend and backend solutions for Onto Innovation's optical metrology and inspection systems. The role involves creating software around machine control, machine learning, image processing, and high-performance computing. The ideal candidate is excited about pushing the boundaries of semiconductor technology, eager to make impactful contributions to the company and our customers, enjoys working with complex industrial systems, and is keen to continue honing their software engineering skills. The technical stack includes Windows, Linux, C++, C#, Python, CUDA, and JavaScript.*Please note this position is open to new graduates, at lower job levels.*Key Responsibilities: Participate in all stages of software development, including planning, requirements analysis, documentation, design, coding, and quality. Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers, executives, engineers, and project and product managers. Help troubleshoot and resolve issues. Stay up to date on industry trends and new technologies.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Track record of high productivity and shipping quality software.
Proficiency with at least two mainstream programming languages like Python, C++, C#, or JavaScript.
Must be capable of quickly learning large code bases and adding new features without increasing the entropy of the system.
Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
Willingness to take on new challenges, being open to new ideas, and having a continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to work independently.
Willingness to engage in occasional international travel (
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