Senior Computational Modeling Software Engineer (Waltham, MA, US, 02451) - LAM Research

Your Impact

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++.

You will be able to learn and grow as part of the open and collaborative team that builds the modeling capabilities of the well-established SEMulator3D® software product.   SEMulator3D® is now part of the new Semiverse™ Solutions initiative to create a software ecosystem to tackle the semiconductor industry’s greatest challenges.

Job Responsibilities

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 finite element, finite volume, or particle-based methods
• Strong background in modern C++ programming and software engineering
• Excellent communication skills in English, ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts
• Strong fundamental math skills, including linear algebra, calculus, and geometry
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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, and Windows/Linux cross-platform development
• Experience with C++ libraries such as boost, STL, or Qt; Python coding skills.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process technology, design, and manufacturing
• Familiarity with molecular dynamics or other modeling methods for atomistic phenomena

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, 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 against applicants or employees.