Software Engineer – SECS/GEM & Factory Automation
Summary
Hands-on coding role building SECS/GEM equipment connectivity and factory automation software for semiconductor equipment manufacturers and factories. The engineer develops real-time equipment communication interfaces, backend services and Web APIs in C#/.NET, integrating equipment with MES/EAP systems and building reusable SDKs and diagnostic tools.
About Insphere Technology
Insphere Technology is a Singapore-based software company specialising in SECS/GEM connectivity and factory automation solutions for semiconductor equipment manufacturers and factories.
Our software is used globally to connect equipment with factory systems such as MES, EAP and other manufacturing applications.
About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on Software Engineer with practical SECS/GEM experience to develop equipment connectivity and factory automation software.
This is a coding-focused role involving real-time equipment communication, system integration, APIs and reusable software components.
Core Requirements — Mandatory
• Hands-on experience with SECS/GEM
• Strong C# / .NET development skills
• Experience developing and consuming REST / Web APIs
• Familiar with AI-assisted coding tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar development assistants
• Good understanding of object-oriented design and software architecture
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with asynchronous communication, networking and system integration
What You Will Work On
• Develop SECS/GEM equipment interfaces and communication protocols for semiconductor equipment integration
• Connect semiconductor equipment with MES, EAP, databases and factory systems
• Develop backend services and Web APIs using C#/.NET
• Build reusable SDKs, libraries and communication components
• Develop simulators, diagnostic tools and engineering utilities
• Troubleshoot equipment communication and integration issues
• Work directly with customers and engineers to understand equipment behaviour and design suitable integration solutions
Advantageous Experience
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
• GEM300
• Semiconductor equipment or factory automation
• WPF / MVVM
• OPC UA
• PLC communication
• TCP/IP, WebSockets or gRPC
• MES, EAP, SCADA, SPC or RMS systems
• Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens or Beckhoff PLCs
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics or related disciplines.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who enjoys coding, understands SECS/GEM, and likes solving equipment connectivity problems.