Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Onto Innovation
Job overview
The Staff Software Engineer at Onto Innovation develops advanced software solutions for semiconductor metrology tool platforms, impacting product innovation and performance.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing, developing, and debugging software for metrology systems, translating customer needs into requirements, maintaining and improving software performance, resolving issues, and collaborating within a diverse team.
Compensation and benefits
Onto Innovation offers competitive salaries, health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, PTO, 401K with employer match, an Employee Stock Purchase Program, and wellness initiatives.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a BS or MS in Computer Science or related fields, 10+ years in C++ software development, 7+ years in GUI design, proficiency in object-oriented programming, multi-threaded and distributed applications, client/server communications, and hardware controls; Azure DevOps, SQL, C#, and electromechanical systems experience are pluses.
Career development
The company provides a collaborative environment with resources and state-of-the-art tools to support professional growth and success.
Work environment and culture
Onto Innovation fosters a welcoming, inclusive culture recognizing individual contributions, promoting collaboration and innovation.
Company information
Onto Innovation is a leader in process control technologies for semiconductor manufacturing, offering a broad portfolio including 3D metrology, defect inspection, and factory analytics to improve yield and quality.
Job location and travel
The position is on-site in Snoqualmie, Washington, requiring physical presence for collaboration and development work.
Unique job features
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge semiconductor metrology systems involving optics, robotics, image processing, and control systems in a positive and creative work environment.
Company overview
Onto Innovation is a leading provider of advanced process control solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. The company specializes in metrology, inspection, lithography, and data analysis systems that help manufacturers improve yield and reduce costs. Formed in 2019 through the merger of Nanometrics and Rudolph Technologies, Onto Innovation leverages decades of expertise and innovation to support the production of cutting-edge semiconductor devices. Their revenue primarily comes from the sale of high-precision equipment and software solutions, as well as ongoing service and support contracts.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in C++ software development, especially in multi-threaded and distributed applications, as this is a core requirement for the Staff Software Engineer role at Onto Innovation.
Emphasize your skills in GUI design, client/server communications (WCF, TCP/IP), and object-oriented programming, along with any experience in low-level hardware controls or electromechanical systems to align with the job description.
Apply through multiple platforms including Onto Innovation's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect with current Onto Innovation employees in the software engineering or semiconductor metrology divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent Onto Innovation technological advancements or asking about their experience working on metrology tool platforms.
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