Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport and ESI are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, and systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2-laser-based systems HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing. MKS Photonics Solutions enhance our customers' capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, advanced electronics and specialty industrial markets.

We are looking for an exceptional Principal Software Engineer who can design, develop, and test software for our industry leading laser via drilling systems. This is a Hybrid role with weekly work on-site in our Beaverton, Oregon location as well as the opportunity for some remote work.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing software programs to exceed customer expectations.
• Work within a highly skilled team to accomplish all the deliverables throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (design, development, testing, and implementation)
• Developing solutions to complex scientific problems
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

What you will bring to the team, along with your curiosity and excitement for science and technology:

• The desire to grow and expand your knowledge base.
• BA/BS degree in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering) and a minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Experience with all aspects of a Software Development Life Cycle (design, development, testing, and implementation)
• Software development expertise with a deep understanding of C , Java, and/or C#.
• Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing control software for capital equipment.
• Expertise in GUI (WPF) development is a plus.
• Experience in image processing a plus
• Experience with optics a plus
• Experience with OOD, TDD and CI a plus
• Experience with Agile Development and Scrum a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.

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