Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today's needs and tomorrow's next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we're living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Engineer to join our Automation Development Engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in multi-system integration, equipment communication (SECS/GEM), .NET technologies (C# and VB), web services, database management (Oracle and SQL Server), and development tools such as TFS. You will collaborate closely with factory operations and internal IT teams to gather requirements, design and develop solutions, and ensure seamless deployment and support.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop automation applications to support factory operations.
Analyze business challenges and deliver efficient, scalable solutions.
Provide technical expertise to evaluate and implement cost-effective systems and procedures.
Collaborate across departments to gather requirements and deliver solutions that emphasize reusability, scalability, and simplicity.
Investigate and resolve operational issues, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement preventive measures.
Manage all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring thorough documentation and alignment with business needs.
Work independently or as part of a team to execute tasks and projects assigned by project leads or managers.
Provide Level-2 technical support to the 24/7 application support team.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electronics Engineering, Automation, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
25+ years of relevant experience.
Prior experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology) or Semiconductor Back-End industry.
Exposure to highly integrated automation and manufacturing systems.
Strong communication skills and fluency in English.

Preferred

Proficient in .NET (C#/VB) and/or Java programming.
Strong SQL skills; familiarity with XML, JSON, and web services.
Adherence to coding standards and best practices in documentation.

Skills

Experience in Android development is a plus.
Familiarity with SECS/GEM equipment communication protocols.
Knowledge of Applied Materials E3, RTD, and Fault Detection applications is advantageous.
Experience with CAMSTAR MES system development is a plus.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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