Principal Test Development Engineer (d/m/f)

ams-OSRAM AG; Osterreich; Hybrid; PEN 343,000 - 457,000; Full time

Job summary

ams OSRAM is seeking a Principal Test Development Engineer in Premstaetten, Austria to shape the test strategy for innovative semiconductor products and take technical ownership from early development through to stable series production.

You will collaborate with design, product engineering, quality and manufacturing teams worldwide, develop and optimise ATE test software and hardware, define DFT concepts, and drive yield, test time and reliability improvements while maintaining high product

Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor test development.
• Experience with wafer and package level testing.
• Knowledge of Design for Test (DFT) principles.
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor ATE.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and with Unison for test software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies for ICs at wafer and package level.
• Own test development activities from concept to transfer into production.
• Develop, optimise and maintain ATE test software and hardware.
• Define test requirements with design and product engineering on DFT concepts.
• Qualify, validate and document test solutions to quality criteria.
• Analyse test and production data and drive root-cause analysis.
• Improve yield, test coverage, and test efficiency across locations.
• Support test transfers and production ramp-ups internationally.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Engineering, Quality, Operations and Manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Fluent English

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel internationally

Education

Degree in Electronics / Electrical Engineering / Measurement Engineering or related discipline

Tools

C/C++

Unison

ATE software

Cohu DiamondX

Job description

Principal Test Development Engineer (d/m/f) Premstaetten, Austria

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine technological excellence with state-of-the-art global manufacturing capabilities to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital emitter and sensor technologies.
Globally, our teams develop groundbreaking solutions aligned with societal megatrends like intelligent mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics.
At ams OSRAM, employees are part of a highly innovative, international technology environment. Diverse teams, a high degree of ownership, and exciting challenges provide the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real difference. Because behind our innovations are people who carry something special inside and who bring their unique strengths to work every day.

Show the world what you are made of.

Your new responsibilities

Shape the test strategy for innovative semiconductor products and take technical ownership from early product development through stable series production.
As a Principal Test Development Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and implementing robust and efficient test solutions for complex semiconductor products. Working closely with international teams across design, product engineering, quality and manufacturing, you will ensure testability from the early design phase and contribute to successful product qualification, industrialisation and ramp-up.

• Develop and implement test strategies and test concepts for ICs at wafer and package level, ensuring testability is considered from the early stages of product design.
• Take technical ownership of test development activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial concept and qualification to transfer into stable series production.
• Develop, optimise and maintain ATE test software and test hardware, including loadboards, probe cards and related test interfaces.
• Define test requirements and work closely with design and product engineering teams on Design for Test (DFT) concepts.
• Qualify, validate and document test solutions according to defined quality, stability and repeatability criteria.
• Analyse test and production data, investigate test-related issues and drive systematic debugging and root-cause analysis.
• Continuously improve yield, test coverage, test time and overall test efficiency while ensuring reliable product quality.
• Support test transfers, product ramp-ups and production activities at international manufacturing and test locations.
• Act as a technical expert and collaborate closely with colleagues across R&D, Product Engineering, Quality, Operations and Manufacturing.
• Contribute your expertise to technical discussions, design reviews and continuous improvement activities.

Who we are looking for

• Degree or comparable technical qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Measurement Engineering or a related discipline.
• Several years of professional experience in semiconductor test development, ideally covering IC testing at wafer and package level.
• Strong knowledge of C/C++ and/or Unison and experience in developing and optimising ATE test software.
• Solid understanding of hardware and circuit design, including analogue and digital circuits.
• Good knowledge of Design for Test (DFT) principles and semiconductor test methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor ATE; experience with Cohu DiamondX is a strong advantage.
• Experience with optical or optoelectronic devices is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, technical ownership and a quality mindset, combined with fluent English, strong communication skills and willingness to travel internationally.

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.
The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the electrical and electronics industry, employment group G ( https://www.feei.at/aktuelles/mindestloehne-und-gehaelter-eei/ ).
We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.

Please contact Johanna Sieber for further information via [e-mail] or [phone].

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.

Information at a Glance Job ID: 24704 Posting Start Date: 11/11/26 Job Family: Research & Development Career Level: Experienced Professional (>8 years) Company: ams-OSRAM AG Schedules: Full Time Work Model: Hybrid Job Shift: Flex time Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: LSP Test Development CSS Local Job Grade: G