Senior Software Engineer

Onto Innovation Inc-US

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Singapore Until 10/6/2026 2+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Develop and maintain efficient, robust software for new and existing metrology systems

Translate customer needs into software requirements

Maintain and improve the performance of existing software

Quickly analyze and resolve issues reported by internal and external customers

Recommend improvements to existing software programs as necessary​

Understand metrology tool platforms and technologies from a systems perspective

Demonstrate effective communication skills within a diverse team

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

MS in Physics or another scientific discipline

2+ years of experience coding professionally in C++

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment

Preferred Education and Experience:

PhD in Physics or another scientific discipline

Experience with machine learning is a plus

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

About this role

Summary

Develop and maintain software for metrology systems, analyze issues, optimize performance, and understand system platforms.

Job title

Senior Software Engineer

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Singapore, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++communication

Preferred skills

machine learningphysicsPhD

Specializations

metrologyC++software developmentsemiconductor
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Singapore

On-site City