Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Machine Control/Linux/C/C++)

Job Responsibilities

• Spearhead the design, development, and deployment of complex software and firmware for machine control in semiconductor inspection systems — including demanding real-time embedded applications built in C/C++ for electro-mechanical control, running on an RTOS (real-time Linux, VxWorks) in high-reliability environments.
• Architect the Future: Design and implement robust, scalable software for system control, high-speed data acquisition, image processing, and intricate hardware interaction; translate system-level requirements into sound software design and implementation.
• Collaborate across Boundaries: Partner with multidisciplinary experts across mechanical, systems, electrical, optics, opto-mechanical, algorithms, and applications teams to build truly integrated solutions.
• Mentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers, share your expertise, and cultivate a team culture centered on technical excellence and growth.
• Drive Best Practices: Champion modern software development methodologies (Agile, CI/CD, automated testing); define and execute test plans to measure subsystem performance, then document, analyze, and present the results.
• Solve Tough Problems: Dive deep to troubleshoot complex system-level issues and optimize performance-critical software.
• Shape the Strategy: Contribute to project planning, risk management, and technical roadmap discussions, participating across all stages of development — design, implementation, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting.

Required Skills & Qualification

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of embedded software development experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills with a solid foundation in Object-Oriented Design and Programming (OOD/OOP).
• Deep experience with Linux/RTOS environments, multithreading, synchronization, and software architecture design.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols such as RS-232 serial, Ethernet, EtherCAT, and TCP/IP socket and network programming.
• Strong software debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Hands-on experience developing software/firmware for motion control and real-time control applications — including closed-loop servo control, classical or modern control theory, and control of stepper, servo, and/or piezo motors.
• Ability to apply first-principles and physics-based thinking to analyze complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and defend software designs in technical reviews.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with high curiosity, a fast-learning mindset, and perseverance — driven to turn prototype ideas into production-quality code for mission-critical applications.

Preferred (nice to have) Skills

• Hands-on laboratory experience with electrical, mechanical, and optical measurement instruments.
• Experience with semiconductor fab operations or manufacturing technology.
• Linux administration and UML modeling knowledge.
• Proficiency in Python or another scripting language.
• Project planning and management skills.

Base Pay Range

$159,500.00 - $271,200.00 Annually

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits.
• 401(K) including company matching.
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP).
• Student debt assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Development and career growth opportunities and programs.
• Financial planning benefits.
• Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• Family care and bonding leave.