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Senior Engineering Manager for Tool Software Automated Testing

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Fremont, CA, USA
166K-350K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Fremont, CA, USA
166K-350K Annually
Senior level
Leads a software engineering team developing and maintaining automated test farm code for complex semiconductor equipment software. Oversees software lifecycle management, customer requirements, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, stakeholder communications, and cross-functional collaboration across international teams. Manages personnel and supports new product and software enhancements while applying object-oriented design, finite state machines, and generative AI tools for test code generation. Requires up to 20% business travel.
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The group you’ll be a part of

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

The impact you’ll make

Directs the activities of a software systems development function, a software applications development function, and a software quality assurance function for software enhancements and new products, including cloud-based or internet-related tools. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What you’ll do
  • Leads a software development team focused on creating test code for a large software system.
  • Manages the software lifecycle for the Test Farms, including the management of new customer requirements and features. Maintains existing test farm codebases and investigates problem areas.
  • Communicates solutions to stakeholders (internal and external customers, upper-level management, etc.) by providing presentations and documentation.
  • Works within cross-functional teams throughout the organization, including teams located in Japan, Taiwan, China, and India.
  • Employee management responsibility.
  • Business travel of up to 20% is required.
  • Designs, develops, and troubleshoots automated software test farm code.
Who we’re looking for
  • B.S. or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics, or a related field, with 7+ years of industry experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience leading a software development team.
  • At least 10 years of semiconductor equipment experience.
  • Deep understanding and experience in automated testing of highly complex software systems.
  • Semiconductor equipment experience required.
  • Understanding of Generative AI tools for test code generation, as well as specification analysis.
  • Knowledge of object-oriented software implementation and design, e.g., design patterns and finite state machines.
  • Analytical approach to root cause analysis.
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.

 

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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Salary


CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $166,000.00 -  $350,000.00.


The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.


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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