Computational Software Development Engineer

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Excited to create new ways to computationally model physical phenomena? And then code it all the way from prototype to production? If so, we have opportunities for passionate software engineers with strong backgrounds in physical modeling and simulation. As a key member of our modeling team, you will design and implement algorithms for simulating the physical phenomena that play a crucial role in the fabrication of cutting‑edge nanoscale semiconductor devices.

Your work will have a direct impact on how our partners and customers design and create highly complex 3D structures for today's semiconductor devices. This is a hands‑on software engineering position requiring expertise in numerical methods, physical modeling, and proficiency in C++.

As a Software Engineer at Lam, you will be at the forefront of innovation by designing, developing, and troubleshooting, and debugging software programs. Your role is pivotal in developing software tools that support design, infrastructure, and technology platforms. Your expertise will determine hardware compatibility and influence design, ensuring seamless integration between software and hardware.

In this role, you'll make an impact across Lam's entire product portfolio of equipment working within our centralized software engineering team, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

• Explore new approaches to model phenomena in semiconductor fabrication.
• Design efficient algorithms to simulate those physical phenomena.
• Implement the algorithms using advanced data structures such as octrees for scalability.
• Optimize those algorithms for speed and robustness through profiling and parallelization.
• Produce high-quality software that is well documented, tested, and maintainable.
• Collaborate with our applications team to understand and troubleshoot customer needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD or MS in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science related to 3D modeling, simulation, scientific computing, or semiconductors
• Direct experience with the implementation of 3D physical simulation algorithms, such as the finite element or finite volume method.
• Familiarity with iterative linear solver methods such as conjugate gradient or multigrid methods.
• Experience in writing numerical solvers to solve electrostatic equations.
• Strong background in modern C++ programming, software engineering and building code from scratch.
• Strong fundamental math skills, including linear algebra, calculus, and geometry
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills in English, ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts

This position is in Waltham, MA and you are expected to work at least 3 days a week from the office.

• Experience simulating electrochemical systems.
• Broad background in numerical methods and scientific computing
• Professional software engineering experience, preferably developing a 3D modeling software product
• Knowledge of object-oriented design, agile methods.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process technology, design, and manufacturing

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, including, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results. Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non‑discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination…