Senior Real-Time Machine Control Engineer

Cohu, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohu, Inc. is seeking a software engineer to develop and maintain automation software for semiconductor test equipment. This role focuses on building proprietary applications and integrating high-volume manufacturing systems to ensure uptime and performance.

Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in software engineering, strong C/C++ skills, and a degree in Computer Engineering or a related field. Experience in real-time systems and collaboration across teams is essential.

The position requires occasional travel and offers a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering with complex systems.
• Expertise in C/C++ and experience in object-oriented programming.
• Strong skills in real-time control and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and integrate control software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Object-oriented design

Machine control systems

Real-time systems

Windows development

Version control (Git)

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

RTOS

Wireshark

Jira

Job description

Cohu, Inc. is seeking a software engineer to develop and maintain automation software for semiconductor test equipment. This role focuses on building proprietary applications and integrating high-volume manufacturing systems to ensure uptime and performance.

Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in software engineering, strong C/C++ skills, and a degree in Computer Engineering or a related field. Experience in real-time systems and collaboration across teams is essential.

The position requires occasional travel and offers a full-time schedule.