ASM
Semiconductor
Director,SoftwareEngineering
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“Director, Software Engineering at ASM. Skills: Software engineering strategy, Global software leadership, Semiconductor software. Lead global software engineering strategy. Shape semiconductor equipment software”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree, 15+ years software engineering, 8+ years leadership roles, Proven track record leading large-scale organizations, Proven track record delivering complex products, Background in C++, Modern software development practices, Software architecture experience, Release planning experience, Baseline management experience, Lead globally distributed teams, Manage cross-functional initiatives, Excellent communication skills, Strategic thinking skills, Stakeholder management skills
Nice to Have
Semiconductor capital equipment industry experience, Experience with ALD, Experience with PECVD, Experience with epitaxy, Experience with vertical furnaces, Experience in fast-paced environments, Experience in customer-driven environments, Proficiency with Jira, Proficiency with Git, Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Understanding of software quality assurance, Understanding of regulatory compliance
What You'll Do.
Lead global software engineering strategy
Shape semiconductor equipment software
Enable scalable solutions
Enable high-performance solutions
Align software development with business goals
Foster cross-functional collaboration
Build high-performing teams
Transform into software-driven organization
Define global software strategy
Execute global software strategy
Develop multi-year software roadmap
Maintain multi-year software roadmap
Champion software innovation
Champion architectural excellence
Support long-term scalability
Support long-term performance
Build software engineering organization
Lead software engineering organization
Mentor senior engineering leaders
Develop senior engineering leaders
Mentor engineering managers
Develop engineering managers
Foster technical excellence
Foster continuous improvement
Drive talent acquisition strategies
Drive talent retention strategies
Drive career development strategies
Support organizational growth
Partner with Product Management
Partner with Hardware Engineering
Partner with Process Engineering
Partner with Quality teams
Deliver integrated solutions
Ensure alignment with customer requirements
Ensure alignment with market trends
Ensure alignment with business priorities
Lead cross-functional initiatives
Improve development velocity
Improve customer satisfaction
Oversee execution of software programs
Ensure timely delivery
Implement best practices
Guide software architecture decisions
Support future extensibility
Stay ahead of emerging technologies
Stay ahead of industry trends
Inform strategic decisions
Promote data-driven approach
Promote continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Partner with Product Management; Partner with Hardware Engineering; Partner with Process Engineering; Partner with Quality teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication
Process & Methodology
Release planning, Baseline management, Agile methodologies, CI/CD
Full Job Description
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. As Director of Software Engineering, you will lead ASM’s global software engineering strategy and execution across multiple product lines and technology platforms. You will be responsible for shaping the future of semiconductor equipment software, driving innovation, and enabling scalable, high-performance solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. This role requires a visionary leader who can align software development with business goals, foster cross-functional collaboration, and build high-performing teams across geographies. You will play a critical role in ASM’s transformation into a software-driven organization, ensuring our products remain competitive and future-ready. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and execute the global software engineering strategy aligned with ASM’s business objectives. Develop and maintain a multi-year software roadmap across product lines and technology platforms. Champion software innovation and architectural excellence to support long-term scalability and performance. Organizational Development Build and lead a world-class software engineering organization across multiple global sites. Mentor and develop senior engineering leaders and managers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Drive tale
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