Java Software Engineer

New Iron, Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A semiconductor automation company in Burlington, VT is seeking a Software Engineer (Java/Linux) to develop high-performance software for automated test systems. The ideal candidate should have strong Java programming skills, experience in software design, and familiarity with test automation frameworks. This role is contract-based within a dynamical Agile team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Java-based applications and frameworks.
• Build tools, APIs, and automation frameworks for semi test processes.
• Develop modular software interfacing with test instrumentation.
• Analyze performance bottlenecks and optimize system throughput.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional team in an Agile environment.

Skills

Java programming

Debugging

Software design

Problem-solving

Agile development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

CI/CD pipelines

Advantest V93000

SmarTEST 7/8

Python

Ruby

Bash

Job description

We are seeking a Software Engineer (Java/Linux) to join our semiconductor test automation team. This position centers on developing high-performance software for automated test systems. The ideal candidate is a strong software developer passionate about building scalable, maintainable engineering solutions in a Linux environment. Experience with electrical test systems or automated instrumentation is a plus, but a solid grounding in software design is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design, implement, and maintain Java-based applications and frameworks that drive automated semiconductor test processes on Linux.
• Test Automation: Build tools, APIs, and automation frameworks to accelerate test program generation, validation, and reporting for the Advantest V93000 platform.
• Integration & Interface Design: Develop modular, extensible software that interfaces with test instrumentation, device models, and data analysis tools.
• Debugging & Optimization: Analyze performance bottlenecks, identify root causes, and optimize system throughput across multiple test configurations.
• Collaboration & Agile Development: Work closely within a cross-functional team of software, test, and hardware engineers in a collaborative Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in Java programming.
• Familiarity with version control tools (Git, Bitbucket) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging capability in complex software systems.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Advantest V93000 or other ATE systems running SmarTEST 7/8.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor testing, test automation, or hardware-software integration.
• Familiarity with compiler design or code generation concepts such as formal grammars, parsing, or abstract syntax trees (AST).
• Exposure to scripting languages (Python, Ruby, or Bash) for test and automation workflows.
• Understanding of basic electronics or digital systems is a plus.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Manufacturing