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:

TheSoftware Engineer will be a member of the Horsham, PA Software Engineering team and will be responsible for developing new software features to meet our development and manufacturing schedule. To accomplish this, you will work closely with other members of the Engineering team, Field Service, Technical Support, and Manufacturing Operations to create solutions that extend Veeco's software platform for Wet Wafer processing systems to support the development of new process equipment tools for the semiconductor industry as well as delivering refinements and improvements to our existing line of products. Additionally, you will be responsible for occasional software testing in support of development activities.

This role will report onsite three to five days per week in Horsham, PA, depending on current activity requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Write and support VB6/C#/.Net software development by coding, debugging and testing complex application software.
• Using new software specification and design requirements, contribute to the development of new releases of control system software.
• Document software requirements, procedures, releases, etc. as necessary.
• Contribute to the development of test procedures and scenarios to qualify new software.
• Perform software feature testing to support the release of new software.
• Work in an Agile/SCRUM environment using supporting tools.
• Perform translation of electrical and plumbing schematics into features and configuration files that customize the manufactured product in order to meet customer process requirements.
• Develop and improve templates to support the semi-automated process for configuration file development.
• Support the Manufacturing team throughout the machine build and setup process.
• Provide assistance to the Field Service and Global Product groups in support of customer service issues.
• Image, configure, and occasionally troubleshoot Windows PCs used in the product line.
• Additional tasks and projects to support other Veeco product lines or locations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline and a minimum of 2 years of related work experience is required; or an advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with no experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience programming software applications in C#.NET, WPF is desired.
• Experience in device communication and protocols and interfacing external devices over serial and/or TCP/IP.
• Knowledge of software development and process methodology for critical applications, and complete software life cycle.
• Knowledge and demonstration of software development and process methodology for critical applications, and complete software life cycle.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Windows operating system.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience operating industrial machinery and/or robotics is desired.
• Detail oriented.
• Occasional travel to customer sites and/or supplier facilities on an as-needed basis may be required.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $96,849-$142,044, 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 torecruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 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.