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Software Engineer Test
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lowell, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 75000 - 99000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
12 September 2026 (4 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets including Data Centers Telecommunications Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF) microwave millimeter wave photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence high performance computing satellite communications radar unmanned aerial vehicles medical equipment test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development wafer fabrication circuit design advanced packaging systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power highest frequency and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
Software Engineer Engineering Automation & Measurement Systems
Position Summary
Do you enjoy building software that interacts with real-world hardware Are you energized by creating tools that automate complex engineering tasks accelerate data collection and enable engineers to solve difficult technical problems more efficiently
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our Engineering Automation this role you will develop software solutions that support the characterization validation and application of advanced RF microwave and millimeter-wave semiconductor products. A significant portion of this work involves developing Python-based automation systems for instrument control data acquisition workflow automation and analysis of large-scale engineering datasets.
Working alongside RF engineers application engineers product engineers and laboratory personnel you will create software that controls sophisticated measurement equipment automates engineering workflows and manages large volumes of technical data. Your work will directly impact product development customer support and engineering productivity across the organization.
What Youll Do
Develop software applications that support engineering test characterization and validation activities.
Design and maintain instrument-control software for laboratory equipment including network analyzers signal generators spectrum analyzers power meters switch matrices probe stations and related test systems.
Automate engineering workflows to reduce manual effort and improve repeatability.
Develop graphical user interfaces dashboards and visualization tools that improve access to engineering data.
Create software that enables collection management analysis and reporting of large-scale engineering characterization datasets.
Gather requirements for new software features and enhancements then develop implementation plans to deliver them.
Communicate new capabilities to users through documentation demonstrations and occasional training sessions.
Troubleshoot and resolve software instrumentation and system-integration issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to understand measurement processes and implement automation solutions.
Contribute to software testing validation documentation and continuous improvement efforts.
Support the integration of new instrumentation measurement techniques and automation capabilities into existing software platforms.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Experience with Python or another modern programming language.
Experience using Git for source control.
Ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Ability to understand requirements develop implementation plans with guidance and contribute to software projects through completion.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to comply with data security confidentiality and software quality requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Passion for automation continuous improvement and empowering those around you through well-designed software.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
Experience with relational databases and SQL.
Familiarity with REST APIs and software integration techniques.
Experience with GitLab CI/CD or similar automated build and deployment systems.
Experience efficiently processing and analyzing large datasets.
Experience developing software for automated test systems laboratory instrumentation robotics manufacturing systems or industrial automation.
Experience developing graphical user interfaces.
Exposure to electronics RF systems instrumentation embedded systems or scientific computing environments.
Experience working with engineering or technical datasets.
What Makes This Role Unique
This role operates at the intersection of software and hardware engineering. Successful candidates often come from backgrounds including:
Software Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Robotics and Automation
Scientific Computing
Instrumentation and Test Systems
Physics or Applied Sciences
If you enjoy building software that controls physical systems acquires real-world data and enables engineers to work more efficiently this position offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on advanced semiconductor technologies and measurement platforms.
Preferred Characteristics
Successful candidates typically demonstrate:
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn new technologies.
Strong ownership and accountability.
A practical hands-on approach to solving engineering problems.
A passion for automation and engineering efficiency.
Interest in understanding how software interacts with complex hardware and measurement systems.
The ability to balance technical rigor with practical engineering solutions.
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability genetic information veteran status military service marital status or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call 1- or email Provide your name phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested and nature of accommodation needed and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
ITAR
Due to ITAR regulations only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.
RSU Eligible
This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses solely at MACOMs discretion subject to individual and company performance.
Salary Range
The Salary Range for this position is $75000 $99000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors including but not limited to work location relevant candidates experience education and specific knowledge skills and abilities.
Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
Health dental and vision insurance.
Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
Paid time off.
Professional development opportunities.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Telecommunications, Industrial and Defense, and Data Center industries.
