Software Engineering Manager

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead development efforts for complex semiconductor processing equipment and related control systems. This role requires strong hands-on technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to drive high-quality software delivery across global, cross-functional teams. You will manage a team of software engineers (local/remote), define strategy and roadmaps, and ensure the successful execution of software development for multiple product lines.Key Responsibilities:Manage a software engineering team of roughly 5-10 engineersStrengthen team capability through cross-training, mentorship, and structured developmentLead mid-size development projects (up to 5 engineers per team)Define and execute software development plans for assigned product linesDevelop and maintain product software roadmapsBalance project portfolios to maximize technical and business impactDrive standardization of development processes, tools, KPIs, and best practicesEnsure alignment and collaboration with global Software Directors, Product Management, Process Engineering, Platform Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and other stakeholdersMaintain a strong partnership with software quality teams to ensure first-time-right, high-quality releasesMeasure and maintain internal customer satisfactionProvide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to department-level process improvementsDesign, develop, and troubleshoot software for semiconductor equipment control systemsModify and improve existing software architecturesWrite, review, and maintain system specifications, software design documents, and test plansInvestigate internal/external issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and propose effective solutionsEvaluate and recommend new tools and technologies for department adoptionParticipate in system-level design discussionsSupport marketing with technical inputs for customer proposals and product specificationsProvide onsite support as needed, including installations, training, and troubleshootingCreate accurate development schedules and deliver to commitmentsSupport department operations through policy creation, process updates, and continuous improvement initiativesEducationBS degree in Computer Science or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.Advanced technical degree preferred.Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.Experience Requirements10+ years of software development experience, including:C++, C#, PythonWindows application developmentMulti-threaded and real-time systemsDevice drivers or interrupt-driven softwareMachine control systems in semiconductor or industrial automation environmentsStrong proficiency in Experience with software engineering tools including debuggers, source control, build systems, and text editorsAbility to read, analyze, and translate existing codeStrong system-level thinking-capable of understanding how new functionality fits into complex equipment architecturesAbility to interpret specifications, design documents, APIs, and interface requirementsAbility to evaluate and adopt new tools and technologies to improve development efficiencyPreferred experience:Windows Embedded OSGUI developmentData communication & networkingSemiconductor industry standards (SEMI, etc.)Apply today to be part of what's next.We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what's possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.To learn more about ASM, find us at and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-04-02