Key skills
PythonC++CAIML
About this role
Role Overview
- Develop and implement test strategies for complex mixed-signal SiGe products from concept through production maturity
- Lead development of innovative test methodologies for high-speed SerDes, CDRs, and signal conditioning products
- Contribute to DFT/testability requirements in IC architecture, applying established standards and best practices
- Develop and implement advanced test techniques for products operating at >200Gbps data rates
- Create reusable test IP, libraries, and frameworks that accelerate NPI cycles across product families
- Perform technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies for test coverage and quality
- Represent test engineering in product architecture reviews and gate meetings
- Partner with IC design teams from concept phase to ensure optimal test coverage and manufacturability
- Lead test readiness reviews with stakeholders, providing strategic recommendations
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to define characterization strategies and correlation methodologies
- Interface with customer quality teams on test specifications and coverage requirements
- Architect and launch test solutions that achieve test time targets for complex mixed-signal devices
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce NPI cycle time by 10-20%
- Research and implement next-generation ATE capabilities and measurement techniques
- Develop proprietary test methods that provide competitive advantage in cost and quality
- Lead evaluation and adoption of new test platforms, instrumentation, and methodologies
- Evaluate and implement AI/ML techniques for yield enhancement and test optimization
- Ensure seamless transfer of test solutions to high-volume OSATs with >99% first-pass success
- Drive test cost reduction initiatives delivering year-over-year improvements
- Establish and monitor KPIs for test effectiveness, efficiency, and quality
- Mentor junior engineers, developing next generation of test leaders
- Create and maintain comprehensive test methodology documentation and training materials
- Build strategic relationships with test partners to influence platform development
- Foster culture of innovation and continuous learning within test organization
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive experience in semiconductor test engineering
- 5+ years specifically in mixed-signal/RF test development
- Expert-level proficiency with Advantest V93000 platform (SmarTest 7/8)
- Advanced programming skills in C/C++, Python, and TCL
- Deep understanding of high-speed signal integrity, jitter analysis, and BER testing
- Expertise in analog/mixed-signal DFT techniques (BIST, scan, boundary scan)
- Proficiency in RF/microwave test techniques beyond 40GHz
Tech Stack
- Python
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities