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Foundry Automation Software Application Engineer

Intel
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Mar 2026
💰 $194,270/yr($100,550/yr$194,270/yr)

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Intel's Foundry Automation group is seeking an experienced Software Application Engineer - Government Programs. Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world.

Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the link below.

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Intel's Foundry Automation group is hiring an experienced Software Application Development Engineer for its Manufacturing Execution Systems and Controls (MESC) team.

In this role, you will work collaboratively to design and deliver scalable software solutions that enhance factory automation, optimize manufacturing processes, and integrate advanced production technologies. These solutions are critical to optimizing Intel's semiconductor manufacturing processes and achieving leadership in advanced packaging technologies. This role integrates elements of software development, factory automation, optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams, tailored for Intel's advanced semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and Development: Develop, test, and maintain factory automation systems, including manufacturing execution systems (MES), production activity control (PAC), and scheduling algorithms.
  • Optimization and Integration: Analyze, prototype, and enhance automation solutions that improve factory performance, output, and cycle time while meeting environmental constraints.
  • Collaboration and Innovation: Partner with cross-functional teams (automation engineers, manufacturing planners, industrial engineers) to create and implement data-driven solutions using advanced technologies such as machine learning, statistical analysis, and optimization algorithms.
  • Documentation and Support: Provide input to technical documentation, create product manuals, and support post-deployment systems to ensure optimal performance and scalability. Adapt and prioritize work based on the changing business needs.

The candidate should also exhibit the following behavioral traits and/or skills:

  • Problem-solving: Strong analytical skills to address complex manufacturing challenges and develop innovative solutions.
  • Collaboration: Excellent teamwork and communication abilities to collaborate with engineers and stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and self-motivated to drive solutions.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and ensure accurate execution.
  • Willingness to quickly learn and master various facets of Intel's business to deliver value-driven solutions.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field and 3+ years relevant experience.

• 2+ years of hands-on database development experience with enterprise RDBMS platforms (Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) including:

o Designing and implementing database schemas, tables, views, and indexes.

o Writing and maintaining complex stored procedures, functions, and triggers.

o Troubleshooting and analyzing SQL queries.

o Optimizing query and transaction performance.

• 1+ years of experience in the following:

o Microsoft development technologies (.NET, C#).

o Middleware technologies (such as WCF, REST, JSON, etc.).

o Working with modern user interface technologies (such as Angular, React, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong skilled in object-oriented software design and development.
• Analyzing new and evolving business requirements and mapping them to technical requirements.


• Experience in the following:
o Advanced Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server database development including troubleshooting database performance issues and query optimization in large, complex datasets.
o Scripting language Python.
o Microsoft or Linux operating systems.
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