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Application Engineer - Digital

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In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
Entry level
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Austin, TX, USA
Entry level
Develop Java-based ATE test programs for SOC digital devices on the Advantest V93000 platform. Support customers with SmarTest software debugging, create Python and Perl tools, apply AI solutions, train customers, collaborate with R&D, support pre-sales activities, and deploy hardware and software at customer sites. The role requires strong semiconductor test engineering, programming, communication, and customer-facing skills, with approximately 5% travel.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Job Description:

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 include:

  • 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.

Travel:

Approximately 5% travel to various customer and Advantest sites.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):

  • Working experience in semiconductor industries, or related.
  • Understanding VLSI and semiconductor manufacturing process

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