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You will build production Rust software for semiconductor fabrication equipment: the systems that help turn precise software instructions into real physical processes.
Your work will integrate with microcontroller-based systems to sequence and control fabrication processes. You will also build the software capabilities behind a modern, software-defined fab, including calibration, diagnostics, telemetry, and tool operation.
This is a hands-on systems role for someone who wants their Rust code running close to the hardware, controlling complex equipment, and directly shaping how chips get made.
The fab2 team can build anything. We design all the hardware and software needed to make chips and we make the fabs, tools, and components ourselves. We're looking for exceptional, hands-on people who can iterate to the limits of what's possible.
fab2 was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller . Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.
The Tool Software team builds the software that runs fab2's semiconductor fabrication tools. We work across the stack, from microcontroller firmware and real-time control to Linux applications for calibration, diagnostics, simulation, build/release infrastructure, and over-the-air deployment.
Our software sits close to the hardware and directly affects tool performance, uptime, process repeatability, and fab throughput. We partner closely with electrical, mechanical, process, and fab teams to bring new equipment online and scale it into production.
You will build production Rust software for semiconductor fabrication equipment: the systems that help turn precise software instructions into real physical processes.
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Your work will integrate with microcontroller-based systems to sequence and control fabrication processes. You will also build the software capabilities behind a modern, software-defined fab, including calibration, diagnostics, telemetry, and tool operation.
This is a hands-on systems role for someone who wants their Rust code running close to the hardware, controlling complex equipment, and directly shaping how chips get made.
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Strong proficiency in Rust for systems-level Linux applications
Hands-on Python experience in data analysis, computer vision, diagnostics, or scientific computing
Track record shipping Linux application software such as daemons, services, IPC, and real-time or near-real-time systems
Solid operating systems fundamentals, including memory management, performance, and concurrency
Familiarity with gRPC and protobuf, or comparable RPC and serialization frameworks
Experience working across different projects, technical domains, and engineering disciplines
Background in semiconductors, industrial automation, manufacturing, or other hardware-intensive domains
Familiarity with embedded Linux (Yocto or Buildroot)
Experience with application performance profiling and optimization across CPU, memory, and latency
Interest in applied math, linear algebra, numerical methods, or scientific computing
Familiarity with failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), or similar reliability-focused design practices
Familiarity with microcontroller firmware
We’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and lab/offices.
Fab2 is a privately held semiconductor manufacturer building fabs, chipmaking tools, components, and design software.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsUSD 105000-170000 yearly / year
Full-time
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