R&D Application Engineer – AOI Software / Machine Vision
About the role
We are seeking a hands-on R&D Application Engineer – AOI Software / Machine Vision to design, develop, and optimize high-performance software modules for Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems. In this role, you will work closely with vision application engineers and tier-1 multinational semiconductor manufacturers to deploy robust 2D/3D inspection solutions directly onto high-volume production lines. Your work will directly impact yield optimization, defect detection accuracy, and Industry 4.0 transformation across global semiconductor supply chains.
Key responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain high-performance C#-based software modules for 2D/3D AOI inspection systems using modern computer vision algorithms and image processing techniques
Develop and maintain intuitive inspection recipes, user-configurable vision libraries, setup tools, and user interfaces tailored for high-speed manufacturing environments
Collaborate closely with vision application engineers to optimize camera parameters, algorithm thresholds, and feature extraction models for reliable defect detection
Configure and interface software modules with industrial cameras, specialized optics, lighting controllers, and image acquisition hardware
Conduct software debugging, performance profiling, memory management, and robustness testing to ensure 24/7 uninterrupted uptime in demanding semiconductor fab conditions
Support initial deployment, software commissioning, and high-level vision troubleshooting at local and international customer or partner facilities when required
Author clear, structured software architecture designs, API specifications, release notes, and operational user guides for internal technical teams and end-customers
Contribute to continuous product innovation, exploring deep learning/AI-driven inspection models, image analytics, and Industry 4.0 data ecosystem enhancements
About you
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Junior Level: Fresh graduates with relevant project/internship experience, or 0–3 years in C# software development, machine vision, or image processing
Mid Level: 3–7 years of proven hands-on experience in industrial C# software development, AOI systems, machine vision, or semiconductor inspection software
Strong proficiency in C# (.NET Framework / .NET Core / WPF / WinForms)
Hands-on understanding of core image processing concepts, including spatial filters, adaptive thresholding, edge detection, feature extraction, blob analysis, and pattern matching
Familiarity with machine vision hardware setup, including industrial cameras, optics/lenses, lighting techniques, and frame grabbers
Practical knowledge of multithreading, asynchronous execution, and low-latency image handling
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a willingness to root-cause software and image inspection challenges
Excellent team player capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional technical teams and customer engineers
Good professional communication skills in English, both verbal and written, with the ability to document technical concepts clearly