Software Engineer Sr.

Lam Research; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research seeks a Software Engineer Sr. in Bangalore to design, develop, and troubleshoot software for wafer-fabrication equipment, coordinating with hardware teams. You will ensure smooth software-hardware integration and diagnose issues across the install base.

Applicants should have background in C/C++, Python and Smalltalk, with strong OO principles and SDLC exposure. This hybrid on-site/remote role offers collaboration in a pivotal semiconductor group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in engineering with software exposure.
• Experience translating hardware specs into software requirements.
• Interest in semiconductor wafer-fabrication software using Smalltalk.
• Strong object-oriented programming foundations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot software for wafer-fabrication equipment.
• Diagnose defects and fix issues across software install base.
• Analyze and resolve software-hardware communication issues (serial, Ethernet).
• Collaborate in centralized software engineering teams across Lam products.

Skills

OOPS concepts

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

SDLC knowledge (Waterfall/Agile/Kanban

Hardware-software integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electronics Engineering

Master's degree (MS) with no professional experience

Tools

C/C++

Python

Smalltalk

EtherCAT/Device communication

RTOS

Job description

In your career, let's prove what's possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone's contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they're inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Software Engineer Sr.

Date: Oct 20, 2026

Location:

Bangalore, IN-Bangalore, IN

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you'll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you'll make

As a Software Engineer at Lam, you will be at the forefront of innovation by designing, developing, and troubleshooting, and debugging software programs. Your role is pivotal in developing software tools that support design, infrastructure, and technology platforms. Your expertise will determine hardware compatibility and influence design, ensuring seamless integration between software and hardware.

In this role, you'll make an impact across Lam's entire product portfolio of equipment working within our centralized software engineering team, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

What you'll do

• Software requirement gathering, design, development, testing of projects for a chamber in wafer fabrication equipment involving multiple device interactions.
• Responsible for defect fixing and maintenance of software install base by analysing, debugging, and fixing customer issues.
• Analysis and troubleshooting of software and hardware communication issues, command/response implementation on serial, Ethernet, Ether CAT connectivity.
• Actively participates to technical reviews.

Who we're looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering with 2+ years of experience; or Master's degree with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.
• Exposure and experience in CFT to understand hardware specification, schematics and convert into Software requirements, and implementation.
• Interested in semiconductor domain and keen to work in wafer-fabrication equipment software using Smalltalk programming language.
• Strong understanding and experience in OOPS concepts
• Strong analytical, logical, problem solving, trouble shooting skills.
• Hands on experience in complete project development life cycle like waterfall, Agile, Kanban models etc.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in distributed embedded controls system desired.
• Experience in programming in C/C++/Python.
• Knowledge on EtherCat/EIOC based device communications.
• Hands on experience in software source control and bug tracking tools.
• Hands on experience in RTOS.
• Experience in the semiconductor equipment manufacturing industry.

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 on the basis of 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, or military and veteran status or 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.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. On-site Flex you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. Virtual Flex you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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