Software Engineer, Rust

Atomic Semi • Austin, TX

1d • $105,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab using today's technology with simplifications, and they will build the tools themselves for rapid iteration and improvement. They are assembling a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers across various disciplines (mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process) to own the entire stack from atoms to architecture. The team is optimistic about technological advancement and believes in the capability to build anything, utilizing and inventing necessary equipment like 3D printers, microscopes, and e-beam writers. The company was founded by Sam Zeloof, known for making chips in his garage, and Jim Keller, a seasoned semiconductor industry leader. The Tool Software team specifically develops the software that operates Atomic Semi’s semiconductor fabrication tools, covering everything from microcontroller firmware and real-time control to Linux applications for calibration, diagnostics, simulation, build/release infrastructure, and over-the-air deployment. This software is critical for tool performance, uptime, process repeatability, and fab throughput, requiring close collaboration with other engineering teams to bring new equipment online and scale it for production. The role involves building production Rust software for semiconductor fabrication equipment, integrating with microcontroller systems for precise control of physical processes, and developing software for a modern, software-defined fab, including calibration, diagnostics, telemetry, and tool operation. It's a hands-on systems role for individuals who want their Rust code to operate close to the hardware, control complex equipment, and directly influence chip manufacturing.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong proficiency in Rust for systems-level Linux applications
• Hands-on Python experience in data analysis, computer vision, diagnostics, or scientific computing
• Track record shipping Linux application software such as daemons, services, IPC, and real-time or near-real-time systems
• Solid operating systems fundamentals, including memory management, performance, and concurrency
• Familiarity with gRPC and protobuf, or comparable RPC and serialization frameworks
• Experience working across different projects, technical domains, and engineering disciplines

Nice To Haves

• Background in semiconductors, industrial automation, manufacturing, or other hardware-intensive domains
• Familiarity with embedded Linux (Yocto or Buildroot)
• Experience with application performance profiling and optimization across CPU, memory, and latency
• Interest in applied math, linear algebra, numerical methods, or scientific computing
• Familiarity with failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), or similar reliability-focused design practices
• Familiarity with microcontroller firmware

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real-time Linux applications for equipment control and process automation
• Design and implement finite state machines for tool operation
• Develop data acquisition, telemetry, and metrology software, including computer vision and image processing
• Implement gRPC services and Protocol Buffer APIs
• Build graphical interfaces for operations, diagnostics, and data visualization
• Own major features end-to-end alongside hardware and process engineering partners

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree