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ASM hires OPT students across semiconductor equipment engineering, process development, and R&D roles. The company's active H-1B visa history signals a genuine pathway from OPT employment through to long-term sponsorship, making it a strong target for F-1 students in electronics and hardware disciplines.
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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At ASM, our Software Engineering teams work on delivering software that has immediate, tangible results visible in the operation of semiconductor processing equipment hardware. The hardware includes robotics, gas valves, temperature controllers and other hardware.
As a Software Support Engineer, you will make an impact by investigating, recreating, and troubleshooting software issues to resolution as reported by our customers.
Responsibilities:
- Gather information to investigate the issue, reproduce it, determine the root cause, and recommend corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, including embedded software for control systems. Able to triage mechanical, electrical, and software bugs.
- Responsible for managing escalation calls with field support engineers.
- Create bug reports for the developer to use when fixing the bug.
- Work with QA to add replicated bugs to the regression.
- Travel to customer sites to support installations, training, and troubleshooting of ASM products.
- Talking to the account team and GPS group (not directly with the customer) when investigating reported issues.
- The team will handle all issues until they are ready to send to the developer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS+ 4 years experience or MS+ in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to read code and diagnose issues.
- Software development or test (QA) experience.
- Ability to travel 10-25% domestic and international.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred expertise in C/C++, C#, Python, Gitlab/Github.
- Experience with semiconductor equipment preferred.
- Experience working with two or more of the following is preferred: software for machine control, Semiconductor Factory Automation, Multi-threaded applications, real-time software, device drivers, or other interrupt-driven software.
Apply today to be part of what's next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what's possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At ASM, our Software Engineering teams work on delivering software that has immediate, tangible results visible in the operation of semiconductor processing equipment hardware. The hardware includes robotics, gas valves, temperature controllers and other hardware.
As a Software Support Engineer, you will make an impact by investigating, recreating, and troubleshooting software issues to resolution as reported by our customers.
Responsibilities:
- Gather information to investigate the issue, reproduce it, determine the root cause, and recommend corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, including embedded software for control systems. Able to triage mechanical, electrical, and software bugs.
- Responsible for managing escalation calls with field support engineers.
- Create bug reports for the developer to use when fixing the bug.
- Work with QA to add replicated bugs to the regression.
- Travel to customer sites to support installations, training, and troubleshooting of ASM products.
- Talking to the account team and GPS group (not directly with the customer) when investigating reported issues.
- The team will handle all issues until they are ready to send to the developer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS+ 4 years experience or MS+ in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to read code and diagnose issues.
- Software development or test (QA) experience.
- Ability to travel 10-25% domestic and international.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred expertise in C/C++, C#, Python, Gitlab/Github.
- Experience with semiconductor equipment preferred.
- Experience working with two or more of the following is preferred: software for machine control, Semiconductor Factory Automation, Multi-threaded applications, real-time software, device drivers, or other interrupt-driven software.
Apply today to be part of what's next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what's possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Align your degree to semiconductor roles
ASM's core hiring in Electronics and Hardware means your degree field must map directly to the role. Check O*NET profiles for semiconductor equipment engineers to confirm your major qualifies, then mirror that language in your resume before applying.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your 24-month STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask ASM's recruiter to confirm active enrollment before you sign an offer letter, since your DSO needs this to authorize the extension.
Target process engineering and R&D teams
ASM's hiring patterns favor process engineers, equipment engineers, and materials scientists. Applying directly to these technical tracks rather than general roles gives your OPT application stronger departmental sponsorship and clearer alignment with the company's core product work.
Use Migrate Mate to find ASM's H-1B filing history
Migrate Mate surfaces ASM's DOL Labor Condition Application data by role and location, showing which job titles the company has sponsored before. Use that history to target the roles most likely to lead to an H-1B petition after your OPT period ends.
Apply before your OPT start date by 90 days
USCIS allows you to apply for OPT up to 90 days before your program end date. Starting your ASM job search well before that window closes gives you time to clear interviews and complete onboarding before your EAD arrives.
Prepare a cap-gap contingency with your hiring manager
If ASM files an H-1B petition on your behalf and your OPT expires before October 1st, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization. Discuss this timeline with your hiring manager early so payroll and HR aren't caught off guard.
ASM OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does ASM sponsor OPT visas?
ASM doesn't sponsor OPT itself. OPT is work authorization USCIS grants directly to F-1 students, so there's no petition for ASM to file. What ASM does is hire students who already hold an OPT EAD, and the company's H-1B filing history indicates it actively supports the transition from OPT employment to long-term visa sponsorship.
Which roles at ASM typically hire OPT students?
ASM's strongest OPT hiring is concentrated in process engineering, semiconductor equipment engineering, R&D, and materials science. These roles align with the company's core Electronics and Hardware business. Software and controls engineering positions within ASM's product teams also regularly bring on OPT candidates with relevant degree backgrounds.
How do I know if ASM will support my STEM OPT extension?
Your STEM OPT extension requires ASM to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this directly with a recruiter or HR contact before accepting an offer. Your DSO will also need an I-983 training plan signed by your ASM supervisor, so clarify early whether your hiring manager is familiar with that requirement.
How do I find ASM OPT jobs before my EAD expires?
Start your search at least 90 days before your program end date so you can apply for OPT and complete ASM's interview process in parallel. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B filing history, which helps you identify ASM roles that have historically led to long-term sponsorship rather than one-cycle hiring.
What is the typical timeline from OPT hire to H-1B sponsorship at ASM?
Most OPT employees who transition to H-1B sponsorship do so within their first or second year of employment. ASM would need to file an H-1B petition in April for an October 1st start date. Your OPT EAD and any cap-gap extension cover your work authorization through that transition period per USCIS rules.
How does ASM hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. ASM can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check ASM's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.