Siemens
Posted 54m ago

Software Developer: Optics and Electromagnetic Modeling for Lithography

Siemens
Santa Clara or Wilsonville or Fremont
$90k-$162k/yrHybridFull Time
Responsibilities
  • simulating physics
  • implementing software
  • analyzing performance
Requirements
  • Requires electromagnetic and optical physics knowledge
  • Object-oriented C++ development
  • Matlab or Python data analysis
  • Linux experience, and a BSEE, MSEE, MS, or Ph.D. in electrical engineering
  • Physics, or a related field
Technical tools mentioned
C++MatlabPythonLinuxMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Job description

Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and system design.

We are looking for an addition to our team of software developers who design, implement, and support the models and simulator for the Calibre Optical Proximity Correction (OPC) and Resolution Enhancement Technology (RET) tools. This position reports to the Calibre OPC and RET Modeling R&D Director.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Simulate and theoretically analyze electromagnetic and optical physics applicable to lithography modeling
  • Understand enhancement requests and bugs and discuss solutions with the team
  • Implement production ready software in C++
  • Document new software in functional specifications
  • Perform detailed, quantitative analysis of performance and quality of the software

Candidates must be able to:

  • Understand electromagnetic and optical physics and how it applies to practical lithography modeling
  • Implement object oriented software in C++
  • Analyze data in Matlab or Python
  • Work comfortably in Linux and with Microsoft Office programs Word, Power Point, and Outlook
  • Compile information into clear documents or slides and present to peers and management

Nice to have:

  • Experience in the semiconductor industry, specifically with lithography and optical proximity correction software
  • BSEE, MSEE/ MS or Ph.D. Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field is required

***This position may be located in Wilsonville, OR or Fremont, CA***


Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software. A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday with Us

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You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is 90,000 - 162,000 annually with a target incentive of 3-5 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.


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Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.


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Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.


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Criminal History

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About Siemens

Manufactures industrial automation, infrastructure, and energy technology systems.

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