An exciting opportunity is now open at Yaskawa for talented Software Engineers looking to contribute to innovative industrial automation and technology solutions. If you are passionate about software development, problem-solving, and building technologies that support next-generation manufacturing and automation systems, this role offers the chance to work with an established global organization while advancing your career in a dynamic engineering environment.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Yaskawa |
| Role | Software Engineer |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field |
| Job Location | Irvine, California, USA |
| Salary | $110,000 – $137,000 per year |
| Work Type | Hybrid / On-site |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Industrial Automation & Technology |
Job Description
Under minimal supervision the Software Engineer will focus on PC software development for robotic automation in the clinical laboratories and related markets. This role will involve the creating of new applications, databases, system interfaces, tools and components, as well as the modification and improvement of existing designs.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Identify, analyze, and document defects and errors in internally developed software applications.
- Responsible for troubleshooting issues and ensuring that software solutions meet the highest standards of quality and functionality.
- Develop, maintain, and execute unit and integration tests for software applications using Python or C#.
- Collaborate with the development team to ensure software quality throughout the development lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate software functionality, performance, and reliability.
- Provide technical guidance in the implementation of testing best practices and methodologies.
- Assist in the maintenance and continuous improvement of testing processes, tools and frameworks to enhance software quality and user experience.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of defects and enhancements.
- Contribute to the development of QA strategy, guidelines and procedures.
- Maintain updated knowledge of industry trends and advancements, including the research of similar competitor products.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from a four-year college or university; and a minimum of one (1) year related experience with Microsoft C# .NET development environment.
- MS SQL Database programing experience a plus and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Qualifications
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Skills And Abilities
- Hands-on C/C++, C# .NET software programming of hardware and/or automation devices.
- Hands on experience with WPF/XAML User Interface development language.
- Hands on experience with testing frameworks such as xUnit, NSubstitute, FluentAssertions, and other automated testing tools.
- Solid understanding of unit testing, integration testing and test automation best practices.
- Flexible and adaptable in regard to learning and understanding new technologies.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products.
- Highly logical and technically proficient.
- Highly self-motivated and directed with a keen attention to detail.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Selection Process
- Application Submission
- Resume Screening
- Technical Assessment / Coding Evaluation
- Technical Interview Round
- Managerial / Team Interview
- Final HR Discussion
- Offer Release
How to Apply
- Visit the official Yaskawa careers page
- Search for Software Engineer – Irvine
- Review the job description and eligibility criteria carefully
- Prepare and update your resume with relevant skills and experience
- Complete the online application form
- Submit your application and wait for recruiter communication regarding next steps







