About the TeamThe tool software group builds Linux control software and microcontroller firmware for fab2's in-house semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This includes software for sequencing, recipe execution, interlocks, operator user interfaces, diagnostics, and real-time microcontroller firmware.
About the RoleThe Manufacturing Software Lead owns the software systems that manufacture, test, and calibrate for all of fab2's semiconductor equipment. This involves architecting software for device assembly, provisioning, calibration, and end-of-line test. You will implement firmware and software changes in production equipment while also building dedicated software for manufacturing test.
Responsibilities- Own manufacturing software for all in-house hardware, from components (MFCs, pumps, valves) through assembled processing tools
- Design and build automated test and calibration systems for fixtures, test firmware, and host-side test software
- Write production software in C, Python, and Rust which include firmware test modes, calibration and characterization routines, provisioning and flashing tools, and test-station applications
- Partner with manufacturing engineers on test station design and implementation
- Uphold code and testing standards through feedback and code review
- Hire and mentor team members
Required Experience- BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years developing software for the manufacture or test of physical products (test automation, calibration, end-of-line test, production tooling)
- Proficiency in C and Python
- Working knowledge of electronics and instrumentation: reading schematics, using bench test equipment
- Experience with production data systems: traceability, test databases, and analysis of manufacturing data
Nice-to-have- Background in semiconductor equipment, fluid/gas handling components, vacuum systems, or scientific instrumentation
- Experience testing or calibrating mass flow controllers, pumps, pressure/temperature sensors, or precision actuators
- Experience with MES integration or building lightweight MES functionality
- Familiarity with FMEA, SPC, or other quality and reliability practices
- Experience scaling from prototype builds through production ramp
- Experience with Rust
Working at fab2We're an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in Austin, TX, Lockhart, TX, and San Francisco, CA.
Benefits: fab2 offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time
- Visa Sponsorship
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
- Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office
- Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts
