Takes full technical ownership, leading several technical complex designs. Contributes to development / change of sub-modules; responsible for results of sub-modules.
Works at Train level. Interfaces with other sectors in complex environment, may require negotiation.
Understands the contribution of other domains to the product; operates on module level and oversees the relations on function level. Takes end-to-end view, taking into account impact on other areas (e.g. research, customer, marketing).
Structural troubleshooting capabilities on functional level and manages many technical uncertainties at sub-module level and develops creative solutions to solve uncertainties. Can take responsibility for customer problems (end-customer/sectors in Operations), coming up with solutions for specific issues. Represents the competence in Product Development Cycle.
Masters a field and WoW in own function. Has visible impact in department or groups in other disciplines. Based on in-depth expertise in own module/technical discipline, finds solutions that are not obvious for others. Looks forward and acts proactively (e.g. raising risks).
As a Technical Lead Designer, steers the work of 6-10 engineers.
Designs, develops, tests and integrates software for ASML's machines and applications. Implements analytics, data, control and algorithm applications that give ASML customers the power to reach optimal performance during manufacturing.
In addition to the responsibilities above, serves as the technical authority for one or more software modules or subsystems. Provides technical leadership across software architecture, implementation, integration, deployment, maintenance, and technical roadmap activities.
Demonstrates expertise in:
Provides technical direction, coaching, code reviews, design reviews, and architectural guidance to software engineers. Drives software quality, maintainability, and long-term technical strategy while ensuring alignment with product and platform architecture.
Master degree with substantial general work experience, or equivalent working and thinking level. Comprehensive job-related experience in own expertise area to fully competent level.
Seasoned designer within own competence
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has completed at least 1 Product Development Cycle.
Demonstrated experience with:
Develop and/or deliver a plan for significant aspects of a research program with guidance from senior colleagues.
Evaluate emerging software technologies, frameworks, development tools, and engineering practices relevant to ASML products and platforms.
Plan and coordinate the identification, elicitation of product and/or project requirements; conduct analysis of those requirements for completion and alignment; document and manage requirements throughout the life of the project; and coordinate the verification of the end deliverable. Generally done at the project level.
Define and document software architecture requirements, quality attributes, interface contracts, and non-functional requirements including performance, maintainability, reliability, and extensibility.
Conduct feasibility studies from a technological and organizational perspective and document findings to complete cost-benefit analysis on implementing changes to business processes, products, or business unit structure.
Perform feasibility studies, contribute to the development of product road maps and contribute to the SPS/SDS. Identify feasibility questions and improvements in own domain.
Assess feasibility of software architectures, frameworks, technology selections, deployment models, and implementation approaches.
Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
Develop software concepts, architectural approaches, and engineering strategies that balance functionality, maintainability, scalability, performance, and cost.
Develop technical concept including material choices. Specify (sub)module using team input, design architecture, make technical choices in all phases, solve technical issues, devise new approaches to problems encountered, and drive the development of the module.
Prepare high-level design of the (sub-)module fulfilling the requirements set while addressing architectural and interface choices. Document the high-level design in the relevant SEG documents.
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Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
Detail out the design including its documentation.
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Integrate sub-systems into the system, execute configuration management, and provide support to projects.
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Perform verification of SDS, verify design specifications from team members and contribute to the testing process (TPS, a-test, (sub system) TAR, b-test).
Develop new testing approaches and strategies to meet changing requirements. Focus on a defined range of products, operations or both.
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Adheres to ASML's EHS policies, procedures and mandatory instructions; identifies and mitigates safety risk and safeguards the environment and well-being of oneself and others.
Instructs the team in safe working methods and identifies instances of risky behaviors within the team and takes appropriate action, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
Create high-level work breakdown, support planning, provide effort estimates and manage assigned projects, delegate tasks and ensure timely execution and delivery according to quality standards, within the project management guidelines.
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Document complex design choices and specifications in all phases to ensure product documentation is up to date and relevant underlying assumptions and restrictions are documented.
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Stay up to date on technical developments in one's area of expertise and in general affecting ASML and contribute to the overall broadening and maintenance of ASML's technology base.
Share knowledge, including coaching and mentoring of more junior colleagues.
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The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:
$183,200-251,900
Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.
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