Application Engineer - Digital at Advantest in San Jose, CA

Job description

• At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We're looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You'll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.
• We foster an integrity-centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.
• Join the team that is working on next generation ATE (Automatic Testing Equipment) solutions and semiconductor devices, supporting customers in getting their digital test requirements turned into reality. You'll work on cutting-edge technology, working side by side with our customers in close collaboration with R&D and marketing in a cross-functional, international environment. This is an ideal position for a software or electrical engineer with a strong test engineering background, requiring both in depth knowledge of the V93000 system, as well as strong SW and AI skills for creating test programs and tooling to meet customer needs.
• You have the drive to work in a challenging environment where requirements change daily and solutions must be quickly developed and delivered. You are a self-starter who can work independently on complex requirements, using your SW skills and V93000 knowledge to quickly deliver solutions. You are approachable and easy to work with, a good communicator with deep technical knowledge, and considered a role model by your peers.

Responsibilities

• Develop ATE test programs (Java) for SOC digital devices on Advantest 93k testing platform.
• Support customers on debugging and resolving SmarTest SW issues.
• Write scripts/tools (perl/python) and adopt the latest AI solutions to assist customers in improving their process quality and time to market.
• Train customers on new SW and HW solutions coming out of R&D and the Advantest Application Development Center.
• Collect and collaborate with R&D and external teams on customer requirements to help develop next generation solutions.
• Clearly communicate Advantest's strengths, solutions, and roadmap strategy to our customers, addressing technical challenges that arise on a daily basis.
• Prepare and execute pre-sales activities such as customer presentations and paper benchmark projects, requirements analysis, competitive positioning activities, etc.
• Push and roll out new products (hardware and software) at customer sites to support the 93k business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or foreign degree equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related
• Good understanding of semiconductor industries and latest technologies
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills & good team player
• Hands-on Java/Python programming skills
• Hands-on experience with AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude)
• Proactive, self-disciplined and highly motivated
• Working experience in semiconductor industries, or related.
• Understanding VLSI and semiconductor manufacturing process

Skills

Required

• Java
• Python
• AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude)
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Proactive
• Self-disciplined
• Highly motivated

Benefits

• * Global Bonus Program: Performance-based bonuses paid twice yearly.
• * 401(k) Plan: Pre-tax retirement savings with company match.
• * Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
• * Income Protection: Life, disability, and accident insurance at no cost.
• * Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care options.
• * Employee Assistance Program: Free support for personal and work-related issues.
• * Flexible Time Off: Accrual starts at hire, increases with service.
• * Paid Holidays: 13 company holidays annually.
• Bay Area Target Salary Range: $76,010- $117,510 DOE, Non-Bay Area Target Salary Range $70,125 - 108,375 DOE