Senior Software Engineer

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 
 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
 

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

The Product Development team in San Jose operates in a rapid-paced & innovative, challenging environment. We focus on creating new market solutions with rapid productization. The software development team solves challenging problems and requires engineers to be engaged in all phases of development.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test and integrate all facets of s/w for fabrication equipment in the Semiconductor industry.
• Identify what requirements are needed; plan your tasks; apply highly regarded programming practices and share your insights and efforts with the team.
• Lead or participate in requirements and design phases, perform implementation, debug and integrations.
• Provide content for Operations Manuals, Release Notes, Manufacturing and Technical Support documentation.
• Contribute to development of test procedures and scenarios to qualify new s/w.
• Work with vendors supplying components and supporting 3rd party applications.
• Support one or more software subsystems, capable of independent decision making for critical technical issues.
• Perform feasibility studies, advise on future product definition and system specifications.
• Apply broad knowledge in software, automation, sensors, actuators, control algorithms, and data analysis tools to drive system software development.
• Coordinate the specification of system functionality and design system architecture while ensuring commonality between products and subsystems.
• Support program definition, co-ordinate decomposition and specification of sub systems, and support the review process and approval of designs in co-operation with applicable Product- and Project- Management.
• Lead and perform integration activates related to software performance.
• Perform duties as assigned by product and project managers.

Qualifications:

8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree is required. MS degree preferred. Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented methodologies, C++, VB, .NET,COM, MFC, MS Visual Studio, Windows OS is required as is experience with embedded system firmware development for motion controls.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding debugging skills in a very large code base. Proficiency in multithreaded applications.
• Knowledge and demonstration of S/W development and process methodology for critical applications, and complete S/W lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience with most of the following: parallel processing, thread synchronization, complex control systems with micro-precision capability, process control, real time control systems, UI, DB accessor, diagnostics.
• Strong understanding of computer configuration and complex tool networking, as well as SECS/GEM and EDA standards.
• Excellent written, verbal and communications skills in English.

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $170,000-$217,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.