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Software Support Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 and EB-3 pathways both apply depending on your degree and experience level, leading to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary status.
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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.
THE ROLE
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. Based in Phoenix, the Senior Software Support Engineer will make an impact by investigating, recreating, and troubleshooting software issues to resolution as reported by our customers. Be part of ASM's investment in expanding software engineering capabilities in Phoenix and help establish the Phoenix Hub for semiconductor software development.
WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON
- 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 them to the developer.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS+ 8 years or MS+ 4 years 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% domestically and internationally.
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.
WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Experience with ASM platforms.
- Ability to handle customer situations, develop action plans, and drive resolution with ASM and customers.
- Strong team collaboration skills with the ability to work independently and lead meetings.
- Hands-on experience with debugging tools, diagnostics, log analysis, performance profiling, and production support methodologies.
- Structured, logic-based troubleshooting skills with the ability to coach others.
- Experience collaborating with Product Development, Systems Engineering, Applications, Field Service, and Customer Support teams to address complex customer escalations.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multifunctional environment independently.
- Strong multitasking and organizational capabilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and familiarity with SAP.
- Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, and effective with peers, management, and customers.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and develop others.
- Acts as a role model while fostering strong internal and customer relationships.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, large language models (LLMs), and modern software engineering practices leveraging generative AI.
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.
THE ROLE
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. Based in Phoenix, the Senior Software Support Engineer will make an impact by investigating, recreating, and troubleshooting software issues to resolution as reported by our customers. Be part of ASM's investment in expanding software engineering capabilities in Phoenix and help establish the Phoenix Hub for semiconductor software development.
WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON
- 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 them to the developer.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS+ 8 years or MS+ 4 years 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% domestically and internationally.
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.
WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Experience with ASM platforms.
- Ability to handle customer situations, develop action plans, and drive resolution with ASM and customers.
- Strong team collaboration skills with the ability to work independently and lead meetings.
- Hands-on experience with debugging tools, diagnostics, log analysis, performance profiling, and production support methodologies.
- Structured, logic-based troubleshooting skills with the ability to coach others.
- Experience collaborating with Product Development, Systems Engineering, Applications, Field Service, and Customer Support teams to address complex customer escalations.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multifunctional environment independently.
- Strong multitasking and organizational capabilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and familiarity with SAP.
- Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, and effective with peers, management, and customers.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and develop others.
- Acts as a role model while fostering strong internal and customer relationships.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, large language models (LLMs), and modern software engineering practices leveraging generative AI.
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 as a Software Support Engineer
Match your credentials to the right EB category
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a directly related field. EB-3 covers bachelor's-degree holders and skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. Confirm which category your Software Support Engineer background satisfies before targeting employers.
Search for verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Find Software Support Engineer roles at employers with documented PERM filing history by searching Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers who have actively sponsored employment-based green cards, so you're applying where permanent sponsorship is already an established practice, not a first-time request.
Document your specialized technical experience clearly
PERM requires the employer to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Your resume and professional history should reflect the specific technical skills and systems experience the job requires, since those qualifications anchor the minimum requirements DOL will scrutinize during the recruitment test.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline upfront
PERM labor certification includes a mandatory recruitment period where the employer posts the role and documents applicant outcomes. This can add months before an I-140 is even filed. Asking about their PERM process during early conversations tells you whether they have in-house immigration counsel and how experienced they are.
Check your priority date against the monthly Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. Nationals of India and China face significant backlogs in both EB-2 and EB-3. USCIS publishes the monthly Visa Bulletin, so track your category's cutoff date to plan your timeline realistically.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
PERM requires your offered salary to meet or exceed the prevailing wage for a Software Support Engineer in the job's location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level yourself before the offer stage, so you can flag any mismatches before DOL does during the certification review.
Green Card Software Support Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for a Software Support Engineer differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary work status. For Software Support Engineer roles, the employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. H-1B visa sponsorship requires an LCA and is capped at a fixed term. Green card sponsorship has no expiration once granted.
What PERM requirements are specific to Software Support Engineer roles?
DOL reviews whether the job requirements are consistent with what employers normally require for the role. For Software Support Engineer positions, overly restrictive requirements, such as demanding a master's degree for a job that industry norms fill with a bachelor's degree, can trigger an audit. The job duties and minimum qualifications on the PERM application must reflect what the role genuinely needs, not what would favor the foreign worker's specific credentials.
How do I find Software Support Engineer employers who sponsor green cards?
Search Migrate Mate to find Software Support Engineer roles at employers with verified PERM filing history. Many employers sponsor H-1B visas but have never filed a PERM application, so targeting companies with actual employment-based green card experience saves time and avoids sponsors who may not understand or commit to the full PERM-to-I-485 process.
Can I change jobs after my Software Support Engineer green card is filed?
AC21 job portability lets you change employers once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. A Software Support Engineer moving to a comparable technical support or systems role at a new company would generally qualify. Your priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 once the original I-140 was approved.
Does my nationality affect my green card timeline as a Software Support Engineer?
Yes. EB-2 and EB-3 green cards have per-country numerical limits, and nationals of India and China face priority date backlogs that can extend timelines significantly compared to applicants from other countries. Nationals of most other countries typically reach the front of the queue much faster. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin that shows current cutoff dates by category and country of birth.