Software R&D Engineer

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Nichols College offers an internship opportunity for an R & D Engineer focusing on software development. This role includes designing, developing, and testing software for semiconductor test equipment. Ideal candidates should possess programming skills in Java and Python, along with knowledge of Linux and debugging techniques.

Qualifications

• Progress towards a degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test software from high-level requirements.
• Develop new customer tools for test program generation and extend existing APIs.

Skills

Software Development

Java Programming

Python Programming

Git

Data Structures

Algorithms

Object Oriented Design

Debugging Techniques

Linux

Analytical Problem Solving

Education

Progress towards a MS or BS in Computer Science

Progress towards a BS in Computer Engineering

Progress towards a BS in Software Engineering

Job description

and the job listing Expires on July 9, 2025

Internship Exploring General Business & Beyond

Advantest America, a leading Semiconductor Test and Measurement Company, is seeking self-driven and creative R & D Engineers who are interested in the field of Software Development. The job entails designing, developing, and testing software to enhance the 93000 SOC platform. The Advantest 93K group designs and produces state of the art instrumentation for world’s leading memory semiconductor manufacturers. You will participate in all aspects of product design from concept to production release, including feature definition, design implementation, verification, and qualification for Automatic Testing Equipment (ATE) used by advanced electronic manufacturers. This position is located at our headquarters in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, implement and test software from high-level requirements.
• Learn and follow Advantest’s policies and procedures for high quality software design. This includes:
  • Develop new customer tools for test program generation.
  • Extend existing Python/Java API’s as well as standalone tools with new functionality.
  • Add regression tests for various components.
  • Participate in an Agile development process.
  • Etc.

Skills Required:

• Expertise in software development with an emphasis on quality
• Strong understanding of:
  • Java and Python programming
  • Git
  • Data Structures / Algorithms
  • Object Oriented Design
  • Debugging techniques
  • Linux
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (HW, ASIC/FPGA, SW and Mechanical design engineers)
• Analytical approach to Problem Solving
• ATE knowledge and familiarity are an added plus but not a core job requirement.
• Familiarity with the Agile development process is also a plus.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Progress towards a MS or BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Candidates for positions with Advantest America must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Advantest America is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.