Manager, QA Engineering

Onto Innovation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 129,600 - 194,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision

Life and disability insurance

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Wellness initiatives

Cutting-edge tools

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Onto Innovation in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks a senior Software Quality Assurance leader to define and drive QA strategy for semiconductor manufacturing software. You will build and mentor a high-performing SQA team, partnering with program management and domain experts to align QA goals with business outcomes.

You will champion test automation, establish metrics, and guide the adoption of CI/CD processes while coordinating with global teams across time zones in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical or science degree.
• 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with 3+ years in management or leadership roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the semiconductor domain, including fab/manufacturing software systems and equipment integration
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, software development lifecycle, test automation frameworks, and CI/CD tools.
• Familiarity with Semi SECS/GEM standards, database validation, and programming languages, such as C# or Python.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-complexity environments.
• Experience working with global teams across different time zones.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement an effective software quality assurance strategy aligned with business and product goals in collaboration with program management and domain experts
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing SQA team
• Establish KPIs for quality, such as defect density, escape rate, and test coverage.
• Oversee the development and execution of functional, integration, system, and regression tests, as well as equipment interface testing.
• Lead the adoption of test automation frameworks (UI, API, and system-level).
• Establish CI/CD quality gates with automated testing pipelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

QA methodologies

Test automation

CI/CD tooling

Semiconductor domain knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

C#

Python

Test frameworks

CI/CD tools

SECS/GEM standards

Database validation

Job description

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Define and implement an effective software quality assurance strategy aligned with business and product goals in collaboration with program management and domain experts
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing SQA team
• Establish KPIs for quality, such as defect density, escape rate, and test coverage.
• Oversee the development and execution of functional, integration, system, and regression tests, as well as equipment interface testing.
• Lead the adoption of test automation frameworks (UI, API, and system-level).
• Establish CI/CD quality gates with automated testing pipelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical or science degree.
• 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with 3+ years in management or leadership roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the semiconductor domain, including fab/manufacturing software systems and equipment integration
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, software development lifecycle, test automation frameworks, and CI/CD tools.
• Familiarity with Semi SECS/GEM standards, database validation, and programming languages, such as C# or Python.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-complexity environments.
• Experience working with global teams across different time zones.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$129,600.00 - $194,400.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice To Shape The Future

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).