Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Job Summary & Responsibilities We are seeking highly skilled software engineers of all experience levels to join a dynamic team building the next generation equipment control software platform that would interface with robotics, staging, and sophisticated mechanical/electrical/optical systems to help drive the development of the world's next generation of smaller, faster semiconductors and consumer electronics in a long-term global growth industry. The software engineer position is responsible for the full lifecycle of software development, from gathering requirements specifications from internal and external customers, all the way through analysis, design, implementation, unit testing, and support of internal and external customers to maximize the usability of the software to solve their needs. The ideal candidate is both an engineer and a software developer, able to analyze problems to assess root cause, collect and characterize data to gain understanding of system behavior, and understand the physical system which the software is responsible for driving. Qualifications BS/MS in Computer Science or Software Engineering (Exceptional candidates from other fields will always be considered). Minimum 5 years of experience. Excellent object-oriented software design and development skills. Experience with embedded system development. Strongly Desired: Experience with C# and/or .NET Framework. Experience with Smalltalk. Experience controlling hardware devices from software. Experience with rich user-interface development. Experience developing robust multi-threaded applications. Real time control experience using VxWorks or other RTOS is a plus. Experience with database design and development. Experience with Unix/Linux systems including the use of shells and scripting languages. Semiconductor industry exposure. SEMI Factory Automation, SECS/GEM experience. Experience working in simulated environments. Experience with servo control systems, robotics, or optics. Interested individuals are encouraged to include a portfolio of their work if available. Onto Innovation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We offer competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions. Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain help our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.ontoinnovation.com.