Sr Software Engineer

Brooks Laboratory Automation Solutions; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability

401(k) Plan

Exempt holidays

Flexible Vacation

Job summary

Brooks Automation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Fab Automation team. You will design, develop, test, and document software applications for our semiconductor predictive maintenance software and related projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in software engineering or CS (or equivalent) and at least 10 years of professional software engineering experience, with 5+ years in C#/.NET

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, CS, or related field; or relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years with C# developing desktop apps using .NET Framework.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document software requirements.
• Create detailed specifications and review with the team.
• Collaborate with other software engineers to ensure integration with existing systems.
• Coordinate with QA to support software quality assurance.
• Develop Acceptance Test Procedures and test cases.
• Perform unit testing using software emulation tools.
• Conduct component- and system-level testing.
• Assist in debugging and resolving system integration issues.
• Review legacy code for compatibility and functionality.
• Communicate effectively as an individual contributor and team member.

Skills

C#/.NET desktop

WPF & MVVM

Multithreading

Windows 10 & XAML

Communication

Semiconductor equipment knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

WPF

WCF

Job description

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com). Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Performs design, development, testing, documentation, and analysis of software applications for company products. Assignments include development of new programs and subprograms, as well as enhancements, modifications, and corrections to existing software/software systems. Duties include designing application, writing code, completing programming, developing and executing testing and debugging routines, and documenting work and results. May be responsible for developing or executing project plans, budgets, and schedules and for documentation of work and results. May function as a project engineer/leader with the resident responsibilities of proposals/project plan, schedules, work assignments, prime contact, technical presentations, cross functional issue resolution, etc. Is expected to keep up to date on technical advances in the discipline and related fields. Note: job levels E3 through E5 may include a software architect role.

PRINCIPAL LEVEL

Under general management direction, system-wide responsibility on complex business components or complex projects. Provides direction for the business component or an entire project and/or project team. Exercises significant latitude in determining methods and objectives of assignment. May supervise a group of staff members. Has a complete and thorough knowledge of the discipline and frequently contributes to the development of new concepts, theories and principles. Expected to mentor and transfer knowledge to more junior staff members. Works on multifaceted problems that always require new and creative thinking. Uses judgment within broad policies and practices. Has latitude in exercising recommendations. Acts in a leadership role as a principal customer contact and/or interface with Senior Company Management. Impact of decisions and/or recommendations would have impact on organizational objectives, have a prolonged effect, and require substantial resources to correct.

Bachelor’s degree with 6-8+ year’s experience, or Masters with 4-5+ years, or its equivalent.

Brooks is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Fab Automation team, focusing on semiconductor predictive maintenance software and related side projects. This role involves developing client-side applications and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Gather and document software requirements
• Create detailed specifications and review with the team
• Collaborate with other software engineers to ensure seamless integration with existing systems
• Coordinate with the QA team to support software quality assurance efforts
• Develop Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and test cases
• Perform unit testing using software emulation tools
• Conduct component-level and system-level testing
• Assist in debugging and resolving system integration issues
• Review and evaluate legacy code to ensure compatibility and functionality
• Communicate effectively and contribute both independently and as part of a collaborative team

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field OR relevant software engineering experience
• Minimum of 10 years of professional software engineering experience
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience with C# developing desktop applications using .NET Framework
• Additional experience with WPF, WCF, OOP, Windows 10, XAML, MVVM, Multithreading, Data Structures and Algorithms a plus
• Experience working in small engineering teams (6–12 members)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with semiconductor equipment and factory automation systems preferred
• Proficiency in developing multi‑threaded applications preferred
• Experience with WPF application development preferred

Compensation Base Salary Range

$123,896.85 USD to $167,625.15 USD Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

At Brooks, we offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays
• Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness

Have a question about our benefits and compensation package? Your recruiter can share more with you during the hiring process.

Work Location & Flexibility

At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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Since our founding in 1978, Brooks Automation has been a leading automation provider and trusted partner to the global manufacturing industry. Our customers choose the Brooks Automation platform because we consistently deliver best-in-class reliability and cost of ownership, with a solution that is optimized for value within their application. We deliver value through our understanding of the application challenge, providing solutions at scale that create an automated advantage for our customers. This benefits our customers with improved throughput and yield and a lower cost of ownership.