Job Description

Principal Test Engineer | V93k / High-Speed | San Jose

A global semiconductor powerhouse in San Jose that is quite literally solving the data bottleneck for next-gen Data Centres and AI workloads is looking to hire a Principal Test Engineer.

Here you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. In this highly visible role, you’ll play a key part in defining and designing next-generation products that power the world’s most advanced systems.

The Impact:

Driving Innovation in Test Engineering .

• You will lead the development of comprehensive test strategies by collaborating closely with design teams to ensure robust test coverage and product reliability. Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to align on quality and performance goals.

ATE Hardware Design for NPI Success.

• You will design advanced Automated Test Equipment (ATE) hardware—including load boards, probe cards, and interfaces—to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and accelerate time-to-market.

End-to-End Product Lifecycle Ownership.

• You will manage the full product lifecycle from initial design and prototyping through high-volume manufacturing and sustaining/RMA support, ensuring seamless transitions and long-term product success.

Yield & Efficiency Optimization.

• You will continuously improve test yield, reduce test time, and scale multi-site testing to enhance throughput and cost-efficiency in production environments.

The Essentials:

• V93k Mastery: Extensive, hands-on experience with Advantest V93000 is a must.
• B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience & 7+ years of experience
• Experience with Test coverage and DFT (Scan/ATPG/JTAG/BIST)
• Experience working with Local and offshore OSAT's
• Experience on Smartest, Redhat and GIT/SVN
• Ability to independently learn and problem solve
• Comfort with collaboration, open communication and reaching across functional borders

What Makes You Shine

• Experience on DDR and High-speed Digital products

Why this team?

This company has a 30-year legacy but operates with the agility of a much younger firm. You’ll get a "big tech" benefits package—including Equity, Bonuses, and a 401(k) match —without the stifling bureaucracy.

Interested? Apply directly through LinkedIn, or send your CV to george@eu-recruit.com

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