Software Engineer 3

Onto Innovation; Budd Lake, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Onto Innovation is seeking a Software Engineer 3 in Budd Lake, NJ to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for next-generation semiconductor equipment. You will work across the full software lifecycle from requirements to debugging.

Responsibilities include building robust .NET applications with C# and WPF, implementing client-server communication (WCF, TCP/IP), and interfacing hardware via various protocols. Collaboration and continuous improvement are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of professional software development experience with .NET, C#, etc.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
• Experience with WPF for GUI design and implementation.
• Proficiency in client/server communication technologies such as WCF and TCP/IP.
• Experience interfacing with hardware through various communication protocols.
• Familiarity with metrology tools and SEMI-industry standards is a plus.
• Knowledge of Agile/SCRUM methodologies and tools like Git.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into technical requirements.
• Develop, and maintain robust .NET applications using C# and WPF.
• Implement client-server communication using WCF, TCP/IP, and other protocols.
• Develop and integrate low-level hardware control interfaces via TCP/IP, serial, or other communication protocols.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and system integration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software architecture and development processes.

Skills

C#/.NET

WPF

OO programming

Design patterns

Agile/SCRUM

Git

Metrology tools

SEMI standards

Client/server

TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related engineering

Tools

WCF

TCP/IP

Serial communication

Job description

## Software Engineer 3Apply: Budd Lake-NJ: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-6343Onto 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**We are seeking a highly skilled **Software Engineer** to design, develop, and optimize low-level software components that power our next-generation systems. In this role, you will be engaged throughout the full software development lifecycle—from gathering and analyzing customer requirements to designing, implementing, and debugging software for advanced equipment in the semiconductor industry.· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into technical requirements.· Develop, and maintain robust .NET applications using C# and WPF.· Implement client-server communication using WCF, TCP/IP, and other protocols.· Develop and integrate low-level hardware control interfaces via TCP/IP, serial, or other communication protocols.· Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and system integration.· Contribute to the continuous improvement of software architecture and development processes.**Qualifications**· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.· 2+ years of professional software development experience with .NET, C#, etc.· Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.· Experience with **WPF** for GUI design and implementation.· Proficiency in **client/server communication** technologies such as WCF and TCP/IP.· Experience interfacing with hardware through various communication protocols.· Familiarity with **metrology tools** and **SEMI-industry** standards is a plus.· Knowledge of **Agile/SCRUM** methodologies and tools like **Git**.· Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.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:$86,400.00 - $129,600.00, 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 ComplianceFor 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).