Senior MTS - Product Development Engineer

Altera; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera is seeking a Senior Member of Technical Staff in Penang to lead the definition, verification, and optimization of on-chip DFT strategies and full-chip test methodologies. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate across global teams to ensure robust testability and performance throughout the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in engineering processes, with a focus on delivering high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; 10–15 years in semiconductor product development.
• Proven experience in DFT, full-chip test methodologies, and silicon validation.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities; capable of mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead complete product development cycles from pre-silicon design to post-silicon validation.
• Champion advanced testing methodologies and drive technical innovation.
• Partner with global teams across design, software, manufacturing, and product engineering.
• Mentor engineers, foster knowledge sharing, and promote continuous learning.
• Identify workflow enhancements to boost efficiency, compliance, and development practices.
• Proactively mitigate technical risks to safeguard product integrity and timelines.

Skills

DFT expertise

Full-chip testing

Mentorship

Cross-functional leadership

Silicon validation

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Details

The Senior Member of Technical Staff (MTS) in Product Development Engineering will serve as a technical leader, driving the definition, verification, and optimization of full-chip test methodologies and on-chip DFT (Design-for-Test) strategies. This role is pivotal in ensuring technical excellence, fostering innovation, and aligning engineering outcomes with business objectives. It requires deep technical expertise, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor and inspire junior engineers while orchestrating seamless cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Development Leadership: Lead complete product development cycles, spanning pre-silicon design through post-silicon validation, ensuring robust testability and performance.
• Technical Innovation: Champion advanced engineering solutions, introducing innovative test methodologies that simplify processes and elevate product quality.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with global teams across design, software, manufacturing, and product engineering to embed test capabilities throughout the product lifecycle.
• Mentorship: Inspire, guide, and develop a high‑performing team by cultivating deep technical expertise, encouraging knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement workflow enhancements to boost efficiency, strengthen compliance, and streamline development practices.
• Risk Management: Proactively anticipate, assess, and mitigate technical risks to safeguard product integrity and delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of 10-15 years of experience in semiconductor product development, with a track record of leading complex projects from concept to production.
• Proven experience in DFT (Design‑for‑Test), full‑chip test methodologies, and silicon validation.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, with demonstrated success in resolving complex technical challenges.
• Experience mentoring engineers and fostering collaborative, high‑performance teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Passion for driving technical innovation and continuous improvement in engineering processes.

Job Type

Regular

Shift

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location

Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.