Software Quality Assurance Engineer
About The Position
The Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer validates software used to control Axcelis ion implantation systems for semiconductor wafer processing. The role focuses on system-level software verification, test planning and execution, defect investigation, and ensuring that software releases meet quality and customer requirements. The engineer works with complex electro-mechanical systems and cross-functional engineering teams, and operates ion implantation equipment in laboratory and cleanroom environments. The position is 100% onsite in Beverly, Massachusetts, and is assigned to either a second shift or weekend shift. The role includes eligibility for the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan and a comprehensive benefits package for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly document test results and technical issues.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret software requirements and translate them into effective test cases.
- Experience with software testing methodologies, defect tracking systems, and test documentation.
- Ability to identify, document, and communicate system-level hardware and software issues.
- Experience working with complex electro-mechanical equipment or industrial systems.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, or a related technical discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, ion implantation systems, or other capital equipment used in semiconductor fabrication.
- Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry practices.
- Familiarity with factory automation standards such as SECS/GEM.
- Experience with software validation, system integration testing, or customer workflow testing.
- Understanding of hardware/software interactions in industrial control systems.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineering teams to review product requirements and ensure test coverage.
- Develop, maintain, and execute test plans and test cases that validate software functionality, system performance, and end-to-end customer scenarios.
- Verify software and system requirements through structured testing and documented results.
- Validate software installation procedures for internal use and customer releases.
- Operate ion implantation equipment and simulation platforms to perform system-level software validation.
- Investigate testing issues, collect supporting data and logs, assist with root cause analysis, and verify corrective actions.
- Document defects in the defect tracking system with clear problem descriptions, reproduction steps, supporting evidence, and expected results.
- Maintain accurate records of test execution, results, risks, and quality metrics.
- Participate in software release readiness reviews and quality assessments.
- Work in a cleanroom while following required cleanroom protocols and safety procedures.
Benefits
- Eligibility for the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan.
- Comprehensive benefits package for regular employees working 20 or more hours a week.
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Job Type
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