Computational Software Development Engineer

Lam Research

Hybrid

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Waltham, MA
Posted: 29 days ago
Closes: Nov 3, 2026

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Lam Research Corporation is a leading American supplier of wafer-fabrication equipment and services to the global semiconductor industry.

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TL;DR · Computational Software Development Engineer

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As a senior software engineer on Lam Research’s computational software development team in Waltham, MA, you will design and implement advanced algorithms to simulate physical phenomena critical to semiconductor fabrication. Your daily tasks include exploring new modeling approaches, developing efficient simulation algorithms using data structures like octrees, optimizing code for performance through parallelization, and collaborating with the applications team to address customer needs. The role requires expertise in numerical methods, physical modeling, and modern C++ programming, along with a strong background in scientific computing and linear algebra. Ideal candidates have experience with 3D simulation algorithms and semiconductor manufacturing processes, making significant contributions to our leading-edge software that drives innovation in chip fabrication technology.

Skills

C++ Monte Carlo methods Finite Element Method Finite Volume Method Octrees Linear Algebra Calculus Geometry Object-Oriented Design Agile Methods 3D Modeling Simulation Code Scientific Computing Numerical Methods Physical Modeling English Communication Skills

What you'll do

Design efficient algorithms to simulate physical phenomena in semiconductor fabrication.
Implement simulation algorithms using advanced data structures like octrees for scalability.
Optimize software algorithms for speed and robustness through profiling and parallelization.
Produce high-quality, well-documented, tested, and maintainable software code.
Collaborate with applications team to understand and troubleshoot customer needs.

What we're looking for

PhD or MS in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science related to 3D modeling and simulation.
Direct experience implementing 3D physical simulation algorithms using methods like Monte Carlo, finite element, or finite volume.
Strong background in numerical methods, scientific computing, and modern C++ programming.
Excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts clearly.
At least 3 days a week working from the office in Waltham, MA.

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