MKS Instruments enables technologies that transform our world. We deliver foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. We apply our broad science and engineering capabilities to create instruments, subsystems, systems, process control solutions and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance, optimize productivity, and enable unique innovations for many of the world's leading technology and industrial companies. Our solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, speed, feature enhancement, and optimized connectivity. Our solutions are also critical to addressing ever-increasing performance requirements across a wide array of specialty industrial applications.

MKS Inc. in Rankweil (Austria) is looking for a

Senior Software Engineer (w/m/d)

Reference number: R18118

As a Senior Software Engineer (w/m/d) at High Q Laser GmbH, part of MKS, you will work closely with global teams to design, develop, and support software interfaces for high tech laser systems.

In this role, you'll take ownership of a business-critical MES system used across production lines, influence new product introduction (NPI) processes, and modernize a homegrown system.

The role reports directly to the Manufacturing & Engineering Manager.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Developing and maintaining the internal MES system, including the implementation of new manufacturing workflows, features, and improvements
• Designing and implementing software interfaces to communicate with laser systems, test equipment, and production hardware
• Developing user friendly GUIs (WPF) for operators, technicians, and engineers in a manufacturing environment
• Ensuring reliable data handling and traceability, including interaction with SQL databases using Entity Framework (EF6)
• Supporting manufacturing operations, troubleshooting software issues in production and implementing sustainable solutions
• Collaborating cross functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Automation teams to support new product introductions and process changes

• Several years of job-related work experience
• Strong experience in C# software development
• Experience with SQL databases using Entity Framework 6 (EF6)
• Solid knowledge of WPF for desktop GUI development
• Fluent German & English (spoken and written)

Das tatsächliche Gehalt liegt über dem Kollektivvertrag "Metallgewerbe Angestellte" und orientiert sich an der beruflichen Qualifikation und Erfahrung sowie am Vorarlberger Arbeitsmarkt.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS Inc. is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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