Software Engineer 3

Onto Innovation
  • Wilmington, Massachusetts
    15 days ago

    Job Description

    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

    Onto Innovation is seeking a Software Engineer III to join our team in Wilmington, Massachusetts location. This role is part of teamdeveloping our next-generation proprietary semiconductor capital equipmentused in inspection and metrology for advanced packaging applications, including AI and other emerging technologies. 

    Specialized Expertise 

    This position requires deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience inMotion control systems for precision equipment 

    Key Responsibilities 

    • Translate customer and product requirements into functional specifications 

    • Design and implement algorithms for defectdetection and metrology 

    • Design and implement software for motion control sub-systems 

    • Motion profile tuning 

    • Conduct design verification and system-level integration testing 

    • Present technical solutions to application and product management teams 

    • Support beta installations and evaluations at customer sites 

    Qualifications

    • 3 years of C++/C# software development experience 

    • Experience in controlling mechanical and electrical systems 

    • Experience in motion control, motion tuning, DIO 

    • Experience in semiconductor capital equipment development desired 

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent 

    • Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% 

    Why Join Onto Innovation?

    At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

    Compensation & Growth

    • Base Salary Range:

    $96,800.00 - $145,200.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

    • Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

    Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

    Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

    Important Note on Export Compliance

    For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWilmington, Massachusetts

    Skills

    • Algorithmsunmatched
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
    • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
    • Capital Equipmentunmatched
    • Computer Scienceunmatched
    • Control Systemsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Design Verificationunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Integration Testingunmatched
    • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Metrologyunmatched
    • Microsoft C# (C Sharp)unmatched
    • Motion Controlunmatched
    • Process Control Engineeringunmatched
    • Product Managementunmatched
    • Semiconductorsunmatched
    • Site Evaluationunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Software Developmentunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • System Integration (SI)unmatched
    • System Testunmatched
    • Technical Presentationunmatched
    • Value Chain Modelunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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