{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"317a403e49d5be75fdcb1383","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/317a403e49d5be75fdcb1383","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/317a403e49d5be75fdcb1383","title":"Sr Software Development Engineer","description":"JOB DESCRIPTION\nSW Application Development Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls\nAxcelis Technologies develops innovative capital equipment for the semiconductor industry, and in particular, for the Ion Implantation step in the fabrication of semiconductor devices. Our Ion Implanter software ranges from low level device control of robotics and other physical components through generic framework middleware, infrastructure and data management to either an end user GUI or the integration of the equipment into the customer’s host systems via the SEMI standards.\nThis complex, distributed software is written in C/C++/C#/Java/HTML and uses MS Windows and VxWorks operating systems.\nThis role is for a creative, self-motivated software engineer to develop instrumentation and machine control software for Axcelis implanters including the areas of Facilities monitoring and interlocking, Gas Controls, Vacuum Control, and Ion Beam Generation and tuning.\nResponsibilities:\nDevelop production quality real-time machine control SW applications\nDevelop software solutions in C programming language\nFollow defined process for SW development cycle including project scoping, requirements generation, design, review, implementation and unit/integration testing\nInterface with and internal/external customers for requirement generation\nInterface with Product Teams, mechanical, electrical, system and other software engineers for requirements\nWork closely with Product Team including software & hardware engineers, process engineers scientists and marketing to develop requirements and design definition for software features\nProvide SW Support for internal R&D prototype development and test\nWork with Product Support to investigate and resolve field reported issues on released products\nWork with Software Quality Group to test on both Implanter Hardware and on Product simulator\nDevelop major and minor enhancements as well as bug fixes for new product development\nWork closely with other software engineers on design collaboration to meet requirements of new features while ensuring the maintainability of the software code.\nDevelop applications primarily in C/C++\nWork both individually and as a member of cross functional teams\nRequirements:\nExperience developing controls for complex electro-mechanical hardware components with distributed IO systems, multi-tiered /multi-platform control architecture required and the ability understand the hardware and physical system being controlled\nStrong C/C++ programming skills\nExperience developing real-time multi-tasked control using a Real Time Operating System (RTOS) such as Windriver VxWorks OS\nExperience in area of real-time machine control and instrumentation device interfaces (sensors, actuators, motors, encoders, IO systems) required\nSolid experience with high speed real-time data acquisition, manipulation and transfer\nSolid mathematical skills and basic understanding of control theory as applied to motion and other physical systems\nPractical experience implementing single and multivariate closed loop control for various types of physical systems\nExperience with implementation and application of signal processing methods such as peak detection, noise filtering, and linear/non-linear control loop compensation for response optimization\nExperience with embedded systems development required\nUnderstanding of implications of HW/SW partitioning as related to system performance and reliability required\nA team-player attitude and strong written and verbal communication skills are a must\nAbility to work in Clean Room environment.\nOperating Systems: VxWorks, MS Windows XP/7\nSW languages: C/C++, use of Python and Matlab a plus\nIDEs: WindRiver Workbench, MS Visual Studio\nSoftware Configuration Management tools: Rational Team Concert\nCode Analysis: Coverity\nEducation\nMinimum BS CS or related Engineering degree with experience in software development for electro-mechanical systems. MS or PhD in area of real-time system development desirable\nExperience\nMinimum 8-10 years experience in developing, documenting, and testing of software for Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment or similar complex electro-mechanical equipment.\nExperience with the following, a plus:\nSystems experience in Ion beam generation and control\nSystems experience in Plasma physics\nVacuum system hardware and control; pumps, gauges, valves\nRF and microwave generators\nMKS Macro node (or other) Modbus controllers\nEthernet TCP/IP and RS-232 communication interfaces\nSystems experience in Ion beam generation and control\nSystems experience in Plasma physics\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT\n\nIt is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.\n\nU.S. BASE SALARY RANGE\n$139,464.80 - $209,197.20\nThis base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.\nOur salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on\nmultiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work\nlocation, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as\nyou develop within the role.\nBase pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the\nAxcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular\nemployees working 20+ hours a week).","company":"Axcelistechnologiesinc","rawCompany":"axcelistechnologiesinc","city":"Beverly","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T15:15:29.062Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Sr Software Development Engineer","description":"JOB DESCRIPTION\nSW Application Development Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls\nAxcelis Technologies develops innovative capital equipment for the semiconductor industry, and in particular, for the Ion Implantation step in the fabrication of semiconductor devices. Our Ion Implanter software ranges from low level device control of robotics and other physical components through generic framework middleware, infrastructure and data management to either an end user GUI or the integration of the equipment into the customer’s host systems via the SEMI standards.\nThis complex, distributed software is written in C/C++/C#/Java/HTML and uses MS Windows and VxWorks operating systems.\nThis role is for a creative, self-motivated software engineer to develop instrumentation and machine control software for Axcelis implanters including the areas of Facilities monitoring and interlocking, Gas Controls, Vacuum Control, and Ion Beam Generation and tuning.\nResponsibilities:\nDevelop production quality real-time machine control SW applications\nDevelop software solutions in C programming language\nFollow defined process for SW development cycle including project scoping, requirements generation, design, review, implementation and unit/integration testing\nInterface with and internal/external customers for requirement generation\nInterface with Product Teams, mechanical, electrical, system and other software engineers for requirements\nWork closely with Product Team including software & hardware engineers, process engineers scientists and marketing to develop requirements and design definition for software features\nProvide SW Support for internal R&D prototype development and test\nWork with Product Support to investigate and resolve field reported issues on released products\nWork with Software Quality Group to test on both Implanter Hardware and on Product simulator\nDevelop major and minor enhancements as well as bug fixes for new product development\nWork closely with other software engineers on design collaboration to meet requirements of new features while ensuring the maintainability of the software code.\nDevelop applications primarily in C/C++\nWork both individually and as a member of cross functional teams\nRequirements:\nExperience developing controls for complex electro-mechanical hardware components with distributed IO systems, multi-tiered /multi-platform control architecture required and the ability understand the hardware and physical system being controlled\nStrong C/C++ programming skills\nExperience developing real-time multi-tasked control using a Real Time Operating System (RTOS) such as Windriver VxWorks OS\nExperience in area of real-time machine control and instrumentation device interfaces (sensors, actuators, motors, encoders, IO systems) required\nSolid experience with high speed real-time data acquisition, manipulation and transfer\nSolid mathematical skills and basic understanding of control theory as applied to motion and other physical systems\nPractical experience implementing single and multivariate closed loop control for various types of physical systems\nExperience with implementation and application of signal processing methods such as peak detection, noise filtering, and linear/non-linear control loop compensation for response optimization\nExperience with embedded systems development required\nUnderstanding of implications of HW/SW partitioning as related to system performance and reliability required\nA team-player attitude and strong written and verbal communication skills are a must\nAbility to work in Clean Room environment.\nOperating Systems: VxWorks, MS Windows XP/7\nSW languages: C/C++, use of Python and Matlab a plus\nIDEs: WindRiver Workbench, MS Visual Studio\nSoftware Configuration Management tools: Rational Team Concert\nCode Analysis: Coverity\nEducation\nMinimum BS CS or related Engineering degree with experience in software development for electro-mechanical systems. MS or PhD in area of real-time system development desirable\nExperience\nMinimum 8-10 years experience in developing, documenting, and testing of software for Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment or similar complex electro-mechanical equipment.\nExperience with the following, a plus:\nSystems experience in Ion beam generation and control\nSystems experience in Plasma physics\nVacuum system hardware and control; pumps, gauges, valves\nRF and microwave generators\nMKS Macro node (or other) Modbus controllers\nEthernet TCP/IP and RS-232 communication interfaces\nSystems experience in Ion beam generation and control\nSystems experience in Plasma physics\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT\n\nIt is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.\n\nU.S. BASE SALARY RANGE\n$139,464.80 - $209,197.20\nThis base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.\nOur salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on\nmultiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work\nlocation, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as\nyou develop within the role.\nBase pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the\nAxcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular\nemployees working 20+ hours a week).","datePosted":"2026-07-16T15:15:29.062Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T15:15:29.062Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Axcelistechnologiesinc","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Beverly","addressRegion":"MA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"317a403e49d5be75fdcb1383"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/317a403e49d5be75fdcb1383"}}