Senior Automation Software Engineer

Senior Automation Software EngineerLocation: Sunnyvale, CA Duration: 12 months (Temp to Hire) Payrate: $85 to $136 per hour.Design and extend software for a large test system that incorporates many levels of software.Design operating software for capital equipment, factory information systems and application software.Collaborate with engineers from other disciplines in diagnosing and solving complex system problems.Collaborate with a larger design team around the world.This position is based in Sunnyvale, CA and candidates will need to mostly work on-site.Moderate travel is required, both within the US and to southeast Asia.Must Have:Minimum 10 years of software development experience programming in C#.NET on Windows using Visual Studio.Solid experience developing distributed and multi-threaded applications.Solid understanding of object-oriented design.Experience in Automation Software is a must, includingGeneral knowledge of motion control systemsExperience with sequencing and process control logicExperience with Client motion control softwareExperience integrating commercial automation/motion control products is a strong plusKnowledge of kinematics and control theory is a strong plusBackground in semiconductors and/or test equipment industry is a plus.Experience in any of the following is a plus: WPF, capital equipment, factory integration, TCP/IP, database programming.Ability to work with AI-based code generators.Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks with multiple deadlines.Ability to solve problems through creative and analytical thinking.Ability to work with the local team and a design team overseas.Ability to grasp new technologies and react to changes in a fast-paced environment. Artech