Senior Software Engineer

Aehr Test Systems (NASDAQ: AEHR) Headquartered in Fremont, California, Aehr Test Systems is a leading provider of test solutions for testing, burning-in, and stabilizing semiconductor devices in wafer level, singulated die, and package part form, and has installed thousands of systems worldwide. Increasing quality, reliability, safety, and security needs of semiconductors used across multiple applications, including electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, solar and wind power, computing, advanced AI processors, data and telecommunications infrastructure, and solid-state memory and storage, are driving additional test requirements, incremental capacity needs, and new opportunities for Aehr Test products and solutions.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer in our Fremont, CA location.

The Senior Software Engineer will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing software for advanced test and automation systems. This position requires strong technical depth, architectural thinking, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate ownership of complex software components, deliver high‑quality solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of software using C++, STL, Java, Python, and C#
• Build scalable, maintainable applications for Linux and Windows operating environments
• Architect and implement high‑performance software components aligned with system‑level requirements
• Provide advanced technical support for customer applications, integration, and troubleshooting
• Conduct detailed root‑cause analysis and implement long‑term corrective actions
• Oversee hardware/software integration, including lab bench testing and system‑level validation
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in coding, design, and testing
• Participate in full lifecycle development: requirements, architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Develop and review black‑box and white‑box test cases to ensure software quality
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Applications, Electrical, and Manufacturing Engineering
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, documentation standards, and code review processes

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Master’s degree preferred

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in C/C++, Java, Python, and C#
• Strong experience with Linux and Windows development environments
• Experience with multithreaded, task‑based, and GUI application development
• Ability to design and evaluate black‑box and white‑box test cases
• Exposure to tools such as Jira, Confluence, Git, Bitbucket, and GitKraken is preferred.
• Background in multidisciplinary product development involving software and electronics

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Experience in test systems, automation, semiconductor equipment, or related industries is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and collaboration abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to translate system‑level requirements into robust software architecture
• Effective communication and organizational skills

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.  Individual base salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our benefit package includes medical and dental coverage, equity participation plan, 401(k).

About the Team

Our engineering organization values innovation, technical excellence, and cross‑functional collaboration. Senior engineers play a critical role in shaping product direction, improving development processes, and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality software that supports global customers.