Software Engineer 4

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Software Engineer 4 in Tualatin, OR, to design, develop, and troubleshoot software that supports Lam's etch and deposition products. You will ensure software-hardware integration and drive innovation across the product portfolio within a centralized software engineering team.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers, implementing new customer requirements, and maintaining robust code with clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 8+ years of experience (or advanced degrees with appropriate experience)
• Knowledge of object-oriented design and programming, design patterns, and finite state machines
• Experience with multithreading and thread scheduling
• Familiarity with I2C, SPI, UART communication protocols

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software for enhancements and new products
• Implement new customer requirements and features in the existing application
• Maintain and enhance existing code base by investigating and resolving issues
• Document solutions with clear code, diagrams, and explanations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop software programs
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring for junior engineers
• May visit customer sites and travel up to 10%

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

Multithreading

I2C SPI UART

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience

PhD with 3+ years’ experience

Tools

C++

C#

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Software Engineer 4

Date: Jul 27, 2026

Location:

Tualatin, OR, US, 97062

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

As a Software Engineer at Lam, you will be at the forefront of innovation by designing, developing, and troubleshooting, and debugging software programs. Your role is pivotal in developing software tools that support design, infrastructure, and technology platforms. Your expertise will determine hardware compatibility and influence design, ensuring seamless integration between software and hardware.

In this role, you’ll make an impact across Lam’s entire product portfolio of equipment working within our centralized software engineering team, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do

• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products.
• Implement new customer requirements and features in our existing application.
• Maintain and enhance existing code base by investigating and resolving problem areas.
• Demonstrate, clearly communicate, and present solutions through clear documentation, flowcharts, and well-structured code.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to design and develop software programs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring for more junior engineers.
• May visit customer site to provide support and have ability to travel (total is less than 10%).

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; or a PhD with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Software (OOS), Object Oriented Design (OOD), or Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) implementation and design, including Design Patterns and Finite State Machines.
• Knowledge of multithreading, including preemptive thread scheduling.
• Knowledgeable with communication protocols such as Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C), Service Provider Interface (SPI), Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART).

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in distributed embedded controls system desired.
• Software development skills in one or more general purpose programming languages: C++, C#.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

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