Foundry Automation Software Application Engineer
Intel Corporation
US, United States of America
Job posting number: #7326197 (Ref:JR0282047)
Posted: March 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Details:
Job Description:
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.
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.
o Developing distributed systems and data intensive services are highly desired.
•Experience with at least two of the following: RDBMS Systems (Oracle, MS-SQL, Postgres etc.)
•Software/Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)DevOps Practices
•System architecture definition and documentation
•Experience with systems engineering (e.g., Windows, SAN, Firewalls, WAN, BCP, Databases).
Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
Benefits at Intel
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, Arizona, PhoenixAdditional Locations:
Business group:
Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust
N/ABenefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $100,550.00-194,270.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
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