Lam Research
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Software Engineer – System-Level/Desktop Applications
Role Summary
We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Software Engineer to lead the design and development of system-level/desktop applications for semiconductor equipment control software. The role demands deep technical expertise, full ownership of critical components, and the ability to drive complex features across cross-functional teams, while mentoring junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance desktop/system-level applications in Core Java
- Take end-to-end ownership of features: requirements, architecture, implementation, testing, and release
- Drive architecture decisions, design reviews, and technical direction for critical software components
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Systems, Hardware, QA, and Field Support) for feature development and issue resolution
- Lead debugging, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex issues, including customer escalations
- Ensure high code quality, scalability, and long-term maintainability of software components
- Mentor junior engineers and actively contribute to team capability building and engineering best practices
- Support project planning, estimation, and execution tracking for development work
- Produce and review clear design documentation to ensure component maintainability and knowledge continuity
Mandatory Skills
- Strong, hands-on experience in Core Java and/or C++ development (10+ years)
- Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and SOLID design principles
- Expertise in system design, modular architecture, and proven design patterns
- End-to-end experience in the software development lifecycle (design → development → testing → release)
- Proficiency in multi-threaded programming, concurrency management, and performance optimization
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills for complex technical challenges
- Proven ability to handle production/customer escalations and deliver quality fixes under pressure
- Ability to drive technical discussions, design reviews, and cross-team alignment
- Excellent verbal and written communication with strong stakeholder collaboration skills
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Who We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Computer Engineering
- Electronics
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering with 8+ years of experience; OR
- Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; OR
- PhD with 3+ years’ experience; OR
- Equivalent hands-on experience
Preferred Skills
- Experience in the semiconductor equipment manufacturing or embedded/machine control software domain
- Exposure to QNX/Linux-based systems or hardware-interacting software
- Debugging complex field issues and supporting deployed production systems
- Familiarity with tools: Jira, Git/SVN, Jenkins, or similar CI/CD practices
- Involvement in RCCA processes, customer escalations, or field-driven defect resolution
- Experience mentoring engineers or leading small technical workstreams
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Our Commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices, and procedures based on:
- Race
- Religious creed
- Color
- National origin
- Ancestry
- Physical disability
- Mental disability
- Medical condition
- Genetic information
- Marital status
- Sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions)
- Gender
- Gender identity
- Gender expression
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Military and veteran status
- Any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws
It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Work Location Models
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role, providing hybrid flexibility:
- ‘On-site Flex’: Work 3+ days per week on-site (Lam or customer/supplier location), with the opportunity to work remotely the balance of the week.
- ‘Virtual Flex’: Work 1-2 days per week on-site, and remotely the rest of the time.
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