Tuan Nguyen
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced software developer focused on delivering high-quality host automation solutions. Known for strong troubleshooting skills and collaboration within cross-functional teams, driving improvements in product features and usability through innovative software applications.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Developer
Western Digital Corp
Fremont, California
08.2008 - 01.2026
- Developed software applications for host automation in semiconductor systems, improving operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and usability, resulting in more user-friendly applications.
- Troubleshot software issues and provided timely resolutions for clients.
- Created SECS/GEM host applications using C#, facilitating seamless communication between equipment and host systems.
- Utilized Cimetrix SECS/GEM library for host communication.
- Developed image inspection application using Cognex library to inspect images from tools.
- Familiar with HSMS and RS-232 protocols.
- Using Microsoft SQL management studio for retrieving data from SQL database.
- Employed Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, 2017, and 2022 for software development projects.
Software Developer
Superior Automation
Fremont, California
06.2006 - 07.2008
- Developed host automation applications for semiconductor systems.
- Developed host automation application for Wet Bench tools using VB.NET.
- Implemented GWGEM library for SECS/GEM protocol integration.
- Using Microsoft SQL database to save data.
- PLC programming for firmware.
- Acquired familiarity with HSMS and RS-232 communications protocols for data transfer.
Software Engineer
Novellus Systems
San Jose, California
06.1996 - 05.2006
- Implemented robust code in multiple programming languages including Java, C++, and Python.
- Developed host application software solutions in C and C++ with SECS/GEM protocol, improving system integration.
- Utilized GWGEM library to develop host applications, enhancing protocol compliance.
- Gained expertise in HSMS and RS-232 protocols to facilitate effective communication across systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA06-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Engineering
De Anza College
Cupertino, CASkills
- C, C#, VBNET programming
- NET development
- Visual Studio
- Microsoft SQL Database
- Microsoft SQL Management Studio
- Oracle Database
- Software testing
- GWGem libraries
- SECS/GEM protocol
- Host automation systems
- Image inspection software
- Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
Software Developer
Western Digital Corp
08.2008 - 01.2026
Software Developer
Superior Automation
06.2006 - 07.2008
Software Engineer
Novellus Systems
06.1996 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
California Polytechnic State University
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Engineering
De Anza College