Automation Software Engineer: Semiconductor Manufacturing

STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd is seeking an Automation Software Engineer to develop and support software that enables automation, data acquisition, process control, and equipment integration in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment in Singapore.

You will collaborate with equipment engineering, process engineering, production, quality, and DTIT teams to improve tool uptime, process stability, traceability, yield and overall tool performance while building dashboards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in software development, automation, industrial control systems, or semiconductor manufacturing support.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C#, C++, Java or similar.
• Familiarity with PLCs, MES, SECS/GEM, databases, and equipment interfaces is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and perform root-cause analysis (CAPA).
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering and production functions.
• Ability to work in a structured, fast-paced cleanroom environment.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to grow technically in a semiconductor manufacturing setting.
• Internship, project, or hands-on experience in semiconductor automation or test software is an advantage.
• Build and maintain customized dashboards and reports to monitor system health, throughput, and utilization
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office suite

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize automation and equipment control software for (DAP/DAS, ALTS, SAM Machines etc) semiconductor manufacturing systems.
• Support integration of production tools, test equipment, sensors, databases, MES, and factory host systems.
• Monitor, debug, and troubleshoot automation software, interfaces, and manufacturing applications to ensure stable operation.
• Analyze process and equipment data to identify abnormalities, improve performance, and support root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to equipment qualification (User Acceptance Testing), software validation, and deployment of new automation solutions or upgrades.
• Document software logic, interface specifications, change records, and operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, cycle time, quality, reliability, cost, and safety.

Skills

Python

C#

C++

Java

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related fields

Tools

PLC

MES

SECS/GEM

Databases

Equipment interfaces

Job description

STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd is seeking an Automation Software Engineer to develop and support software that enables automation, data acquisition, process control, and equipment integration in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment in Singapore.

You will collaborate with equipment engineering, process engineering, production, quality, and DTIT teams to improve tool uptime, process stability, traceability, yield and overall tool performance while building dashboards and