Diamond Foundry
Sr Controls Software Engineer
Bay Area, California · Senior
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The bottom of this range ($90,000) is below the Level I prevailing wage of $94,370. An H-1B cannot be filed below the prevailing wage, so an offer at the floor of this band could not be sponsored as posted.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $123,843 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Developers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless.
- We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$B expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.
- This is not a cloud or web dev role-you'll write production Python code to control equipment, then step onto the shop floor to wire, test, and physically troubleshoot hardware.
Responsibilities
- Work with the automation control team to design, upgrade, automate, and troubleshoot in-house and third-party systems including: inspection tools, CNC lasers, parts handlers, and CVD reactors.
- Optimize control logic to enhance equipment performance and minimize operator interaction time
- Collaborate with end users to translate feature requests into actionable software design. Build algorithms and models to foster data-driven decision making
- Train technicians on correct procedures and work with them to implement requested changes. Organize and maintain documentation so others are able to understand and use it
- Write technical documentation for the design and use of equipment
- We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that promotes both legal compliance and the optimal functioning of our manufacturing and engineering processes.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python is required, knowledge of programming languages and fieldbus protocols such as the following: PLC programming, TCP/IP, MQTT, IIoT, Modbus, RS232, SCADA, Motion Control.
- Experience with electrical, software, and/or mechanical systems.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes or quality control systems
- Strong communication and data presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate data through text, graphics, and images to audiences of all experience levels.
- Experience with data visualization tools or with HMI (Human Machine Interface) development.
- Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or similar engineering discipline (Master's degree preferred) with 2+ years of experience in systems engineering
Compensation
- $90k-$140k
Benefits
- Familiarity with computer vision systems and image processing, and experience with industrial automation environments, understanding of industrial networking protocols
- Perks include employee discounts to VRAI.
- Our benefits begin as early as your first day of employment.
- Medical and vision coverage are retroactive to your start date, while dental and voluntary benefits take effect once you've completed your enrollment.
Company info
- We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Manufacturing and Engineering Departments Physical Requirements: -Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures. -This position will often: Sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms,
This listing is sourced directly from Diamond Foundry's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.