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SQA Engineer: This position is fully onsite preferable 2nd or Weekend shift
This position involves the testing of hardware product and software control of Ion Implanter developed for wafer processing produced by Axcelis Technologies. The ideal candidate has a strong background working on complex electro-mechanical system, and product testing.
Job Requirement:
- Work in a team environment to review requirement and design
- Develop and validate test case matrices that cover all hardware and software requirements with focus on customer use case.
- Develop and validate HW and SW installation procedure for release to internal and external customers.
- Operate Ion Implant equipment and Simulator system to perform hardware and software validation, and utilizing various test methodologies, tools, and applications.
- Perform thorough investigation of issues that arises during testing, identify root cause, and formulate containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
- Generate detailed daily report that captures all test results, as well as issues found.
- Document issues in a Defect Tracking system with a clear and concise problem statement, root cause, supporting data & log files, and provide steps to reproduce and expected behavior.
- Work in a clean room environment wearing a full clean room suite, and following clean protocol.
Skills/Knowledge/Ability:
- Excellent verbal and writing skills with attention to details for reporting test results.
- Great analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills for hardware and software failures.
- Ability to recognize equipment malfunction or operating problems, and provide detail report.
- Knowledge of High-Voltage & High Current Power Supplies, High Vacuum System, Electro Mechanical Robots, and Hardware communication protocols.
- Knowledge reading electrical schematic, and mechanical assembly drawing to perform installation and validation.
- Experience using Multimeter, Oscilloscope, and Various Hand tools
- Experience soldering electronic components, and crimping electrical wires.
- Knowledge of the following is a plus:
- Semiconductor Ion Implant Equipment or related Semiconductor equipment
- Semiconductor Industry Processes and Standards
- Semiconductor Factory Automation SECS/GEM SEMI Standard
- Electrical and Mechanical Design Standards
- SW Programming Language: C, C++, C#, Unix
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
Job Location:
Beverly, MA. 100% onsite.
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE
$66,600.00 - $99,900.00
This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).
JOB DESCRIPTION
SQA Engineer: This position is fully onsite preferable 2nd or Weekend shift
This position involves the testing of hardware product and software control of Ion Implanter developed for wafer processing produced by Axcelis Technologies. The ideal candidate has a strong background working on complex electro-mechanical system, and product testing.
Job Requirement:
- Work in a team environment to review requirement and design
- Develop and validate test case matrices that cover all hardware and software requirements with focus on customer use case.
- Develop and validate HW and SW installation procedure for release to internal and external customers.
- Operate Ion Implant equipment and Simulator system to perform hardware and software validation, and utilizing various test methodologies, tools, and applications.
- Perform thorough investigation of issues that arises during testing, identify root cause, and formulate containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
- Generate detailed daily report that captures all test results, as well as issues found.
- Document issues in a Defect Tracking system with a clear and concise problem statement, root cause, supporting data & log files, and provide steps to reproduce and expected behavior.
- Work in a clean room environment wearing a full clean room suite, and following clean protocol.
Skills/Knowledge/Ability:
- Excellent verbal and writing skills with attention to details for reporting test results.
- Great analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills for hardware and software failures.
- Ability to recognize equipment malfunction or operating problems, and provide detail report.
- Knowledge of High-Voltage & High Current Power Supplies, High Vacuum System, Electro Mechanical Robots, and Hardware communication protocols.
- Knowledge reading electrical schematic, and mechanical assembly drawing to perform installation and validation.
- Experience using Multimeter, Oscilloscope, and Various Hand tools
- Experience soldering electronic components, and crimping electrical wires.
- Knowledge of the following is a plus:
- Semiconductor Ion Implant Equipment or related Semiconductor equipment
- Semiconductor Industry Processes and Standards
- Semiconductor Factory Automation SECS/GEM SEMI Standard
- Electrical and Mechanical Design Standards
- SW Programming Language: C, C++, C#, Unix
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
Job Location:
Beverly, MA. 100% onsite.
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE
$66,600.00 - $99,900.00
This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Software Quality Assurance
Map your degree to QA specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to the QA role. A computer science or software engineering degree strengthens your case. If your degree is in a different field, document how coursework and experience connect to test engineering and software validation.
Search LCA filings for QA-specific employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by LCA filings for Software Quality Assurance roles. DOL disclosure data shows which companies have actively sponsored QA positions, so you're targeting employers with a real filing history rather than guessing at willingness.
Check E-Verify enrollment before STEM OPT extensions
If you're bridging from STEM OPT to H-1B, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm enrollment status before accepting an offer, since a non-enrolled employer can't support a STEM OPT extension and your work authorization timeline depends on it.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your QA role, location, and experience level. Pull the OFLC Wage Search data for your SOC code before negotiations so you know the floor your offer must clear.
Clarify job duties match QA specialty occupation criteria
Generic QA job titles don't automatically qualify. Ask prospective employers to confirm the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Roles framed around manual testing alone receive more scrutiny from USCIS than positions requiring software engineering judgment.
File during the H-1B cap window with cap-gap coverage
H-1B petitions for cap-subject employers must be filed for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically once USCIS receives your petition, provided you remain in the same position.
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Find Software Quality Assurance JobsSoftware Quality Assurance H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Quality Assurance role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a closely related technical field. Roles focused purely on manual testing with no degree requirement may not qualify. The stronger your job description ties test engineering responsibilities to a specific degree field, the cleaner the specialty occupation argument becomes under USCIS standards.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for QA roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Software Quality Assurance positions filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have filed for QA roles before, which is a stronger signal than asking employers cold whether they sponsor.
What happens to my H-1B status if my QA role changes significantly after approval?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer can require an amended H-1B petition. If your role shifts from manual QA to a distinct function like DevOps or product management, your employer should file an amendment before the change takes effect. USCIS treats unamended material changes as a violation of status, so document any significant duty changes with your employer's immigration counsel.
Can a staffing agency sponsor my H-1B for a Software QA contract role?
Yes, but USCIS applies heightened scrutiny to third-party placement arrangements. The staffing agency acts as the petitioner, but USCIS evaluates whether a valid employer-employee relationship exists and whether the end client's worksite controls the day-to-day work. Your employer should be prepared to provide an end-client letter and contracts documenting the placement terms.
Does my STEM OPT count toward QA roles that require specific tools or certifications?
STEM OPT work authorization is tied to your degree's CIP code, not to any specific tool set. A software engineering or computer science degree supports QA roles regardless of whether the job uses Selenium, Jira, or Cypress. What matters for STEM OPT eligibility is that your employer is E-Verify enrolled and that the role relates to your degree field, which most software QA positions do.
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