About this role
Job title: Director of Software Engineering
About the Role 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 shape the future of semiconductor equipment software, drive innovation, and enable scalable, high-performance solutions that meet evolving customer needs. You will align software development with business goals, foster cross-functional collaboration, and build high-performing, globally distributed teams to transform ASM into a software-driven organization.
What You'll Do
- Define and execute the global software engineering strategy aligned with ASM’s business objectives, and develop a multi-year software roadmap across product lines and technology platforms.
- Champion software innovation and architectural excellence to support long-term scalability and performance.
- Build and lead a world-class software engineering organization across multiple global sites; mentor senior engineering leaders; drive talent acquisition, retention, and career development.
- Partner with Product Management, Hardware Engineering, Process Engineering, and Quality to deliver integrated solutions; ensure alignment with customer requirements, market trends, and business priorities.
- Oversee multiple concurrent software programs, implement best practices in software lifecycle management, and establish KPIs for software performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
- Guide software architecture decisions to support modularity, reuse, and future extensibility; stay ahead of emerging technologies and promote data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 8 years in leadership roles; proven track record of leading large-scale software organizations and delivering complex products.
- Strong background in C++ and modern software development practices; experience with software architecture, release planning, and baseline management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead globally distributed teams and manage cross-functional initiatives; excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience in the semiconductor capital equipment industry; familiarity with ALD, PECVD, epitaxy, and vertical furnaces.
- Experience in fast-paced, customer-driven environments; proficiency with Jira, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong understanding of software quality assurance and regulatory compliance.