Semiconductor Software Design & Development Engineer

Role description

UST is looking for a Software Design & Development Engineer to develop and maintain software solutions supporting Client validation programs. The role focuses on Python-based backend development, API development, automation utilities, CI/CD workflows, database management, software testing, and engineering tool development to improve validation efficiency and operational reliability.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Python-based backend applications, REST APIs, automation utilities, databases, and engineering tools supporting Client validation programs.
• Implement new software features, enhance existing applications, and resolve software defects.
• Develop and maintain unit, integration, functional, and end-to-end test cases to ensure software quality.
• Configure and manage Linux development environments for software development and validation activities.
• Build and maintain Docker images to support application deployment and development workflows.
• Develop Flask-based services and maintain scalable backend applications.
• Design, maintain, and manage PostgreSQL databases supporting engineering applications.
• Prepare OS images and support software deployment activities.
• Publish software artifacts and manage software release workflows.
• Support GitHub/GitLab workflows including source control, code reviews, and collaboration processes.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, software guides, and operational procedures.
• Follow Client software development standards, coding practices, and quality processes.

Required Skills:

• Python Backend Development
• REST API Development
• Flask Framework
• Linux Development Environment
• PostgreSQL Database Management
• Docker and Containerization
• CI/CD Pipeline Development
• GitHub/GitLab Workflows
• Unit, Integration, Functional, and End-to-End Testing
• Software Debugging and Defect Resolution
• Automation Utilities Development
• Technical Documentation

Desired Skills:

• Experience developing software solutions for validation labs or engineering environments.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD automation.
• Familiarity with cloud, infrastructure automation, or deployment frameworks.
• Experience with database optimization and backend service scalability.
• Understanding of software lifecycle management and Agile development practices.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and collaboration skills.

Qualification:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.

What we believe:

We’re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we’ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone, to champion diversity and inclusion and to place people at the centre of everything we do.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honour our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

• To support and promote the values of UST.

• Comply with all Company policies and procedures

Skills

CI/CD, Integration Testing, Unit Testing, Python

About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.