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Senior Software Engineering roles are among the most actively PERM-sponsored positions in the U.S., with employers across tech, finance, and healthcare regularly filing EB-2 and EB-3 petitions for advanced-degree professionals and skilled candidates. Finding a role with green card sponsorship built into the offer is the clearest path to permanent residency.
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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 OVERVIEW
At ASM, software plays a critical role in controlling some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will lead teams developing software that controls robotics, gas delivery, temperature, motion, process sequencing, and other critical equipment functions. We are looking for a senior engineering leader who can build strong teams, set technical direction, and deliver the software for our next generation of semiconductor equipment.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and develop high-performing software engineering teams.
- Shape software architecture, roadmaps, and technical direction.
- Drive execution, quality, innovation, and engineering excellence.
Responsibilities
Software Strategy & Execution
- Define and drive the software engineering roadmap with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Quality, and business leadership.
- Own software execution across multiple product initiatives, balancing priorities, resources, technical debt, quality, and customer commitments.
- Lead software release and configuration strategy across product generations and customer-installed systems.
Technical Leadership & Engineering Excellence
- Provide technical leadership for software architecture and platform evolution, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and reusable.
- Drive engineering excellence across development, automated testing, CI/CD, release readiness, and root-cause resolution.
- Champion modern engineering practices, including automation, developer productivity, observability, and responsible use of AI-assisted software development.
People & Organizational Leadership
- Build, lead, and develop high-performing software engineering teams through hiring, coaching, mentoring, and career development.
- Develop future technical and people leaders and strengthen leadership depth across the organization.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation.
Cross-Functional & Customer Leadership
- Partner with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Quality, Process Engineering, and other teams to deliver integrated equipment solutions.
- Translate product, business, and customer needs into clear software priorities.
- Partner with customer-facing teams to resolve critical issues and incorporate field learning into product improvements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years leading software engineering teams in complex product or equipment environments.
- Strong software development background with experience in C++ and/or C#.
- Proven experience building, leading, and developing software engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, and complex production software.
- Experience across the software development lifecycle, including architecture, development, testing, release, and sustaining engineering.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, industrial automation, robotics, machine control, or other complex electromechanical systems.
- Experience with real-time, multi-threaded, distributed, or machine-control software and leading globally distributed software engineering teams.
- Experience with automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps, observability, and configuration management.
- Experience applying AI-assisted development and automation to improve engineering productivity and quality.
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 OVERVIEW
At ASM, software plays a critical role in controlling some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will lead teams developing software that controls robotics, gas delivery, temperature, motion, process sequencing, and other critical equipment functions. We are looking for a senior engineering leader who can build strong teams, set technical direction, and deliver the software for our next generation of semiconductor equipment.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and develop high-performing software engineering teams.
- Shape software architecture, roadmaps, and technical direction.
- Drive execution, quality, innovation, and engineering excellence.
Responsibilities
Software Strategy & Execution
- Define and drive the software engineering roadmap with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Quality, and business leadership.
- Own software execution across multiple product initiatives, balancing priorities, resources, technical debt, quality, and customer commitments.
- Lead software release and configuration strategy across product generations and customer-installed systems.
Technical Leadership & Engineering Excellence
- Provide technical leadership for software architecture and platform evolution, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and reusable.
- Drive engineering excellence across development, automated testing, CI/CD, release readiness, and root-cause resolution.
- Champion modern engineering practices, including automation, developer productivity, observability, and responsible use of AI-assisted software development.
People & Organizational Leadership
- Build, lead, and develop high-performing software engineering teams through hiring, coaching, mentoring, and career development.
- Develop future technical and people leaders and strengthen leadership depth across the organization.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation.
Cross-Functional & Customer Leadership
- Partner with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Quality, Process Engineering, and other teams to deliver integrated equipment solutions.
- Translate product, business, and customer needs into clear software priorities.
- Partner with customer-facing teams to resolve critical issues and incorporate field learning into product improvements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years leading software engineering teams in complex product or equipment environments.
- Strong software development background with experience in C++ and/or C#.
- Proven experience building, leading, and developing software engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, and complex production software.
- Experience across the software development lifecycle, including architecture, development, testing, release, and sustaining engineering.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, industrial automation, robotics, machine control, or other complex electromechanical systems.
- Experience with real-time, multi-threaded, distributed, or machine-control software and leading globally distributed software engineering teams.
- Experience with automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps, observability, and configuration management.
- Experience applying AI-assisted development and automation to improve engineering productivity and quality.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Senior Software Engineering
Document your degree's specialty occupation alignment
PERM requires your role to be classified as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. If your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline, gather transcripts and any credential evaluation now so your employer's attorney can build the labor certification file without delays.
Search verified PERM sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Senior Software Engineering roles by employers with documented PERM filing history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have already run the DOL labor certification process for this job title, rather than employers who are open to sponsorship in theory but have never actually filed.
Ask about prevailing wage levels before accepting an offer
DOL assigns your role a prevailing wage level (I through IV) based on duties and experience. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that level for the PERM to be certified. Cross-reference your offer against the OFLC Wage Search before signing, so you're not surprised by a wage amendment after filing starts.
Prioritize employers already enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is a prerequisite for STEM OPT extensions and is a reliable signal that an employer has the HR infrastructure to manage PERM and I-140 filings. Senior engineering roles at E-Verify-enrolled companies typically move through the sponsorship process with fewer administrative disruptions.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 before your I-140 is filed
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, your employer will likely file an EB-3. If you hold a master's degree or can demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree, an EB-2 filing may apply. The category affects your priority date queue, so clarify which petition your employer intends to file before the I-140 is submitted to USCIS.
Target companies that run concurrent PERM cycles
Some larger tech employers run PERM filings in cohort batches, starting labor certifications for new hires shortly after onboarding. Identifying these employers during your job search, rather than negotiating sponsorship after joining, significantly reduces the gap between your start date and your priority date at DOL.
Green Card Senior Software Engineering: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Senior Software Engineering roles?
Most Senior Software Engineering positions are sponsored under EB-3 (skilled workers and professionals requiring a bachelor's degree) or EB-2 (positions requiring an advanced degree or candidates with strong credentials). If your employer can demonstrate the role genuinely requires a master's degree, an EB-2 petition through USCIS is possible. The distinction affects your priority date queue and wait times, so confirm the intended category before your employer files the I-140.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a senior software engineer?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period, an annual lottery cap, and no path to permanent residency on its own. PERM-based green card sponsorship is a permanent immigration pathway with no annual lottery. The EB-3 category has no per-petition cap, though country-of-birth backlogs apply to nationals of India and China. The process takes longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to a green card, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a software engineering role?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. For Senior Software Engineering positions, this typically involves job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices run over a defined period. DOL then reviews the recruitment results before certifying the application. Only after PERM certification can your employer file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to establish your priority date.
How can I find Senior Software Engineering jobs with active green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Senior Software Engineering roles by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, which removes the guesswork of identifying genuinely sponsoring companies. Searching this way surfaces positions where the employer has already run the full labor certification process for this job title, not just roles where an employer has indicated general openness to sponsorship.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, and this is the standard path for most foreign software engineers already working in the U.S. Your employer can file PERM and the I-140 while you remain on H-1B. Once your priority date becomes current, you can file for adjustment of status on Form I-485 without needing to leave the country. Under AC21 portability rules, you may also change employers while your I-485 is pending, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification.