ASIC Bench Characterization Manager

Teradyne; Agoura Hills (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus eligible

Health and well-being benefits

Job summary

Teradyne's Silicon Technology Engineering (STE) group seeks a senior engineering leader to head the bench characterization team supporting new product development. This role blends people leadership with hands-on technical guidance, with an expected focus of approximately 70% leadership and 30% technical contribution.

The position partners closely with ASIC design, ATE test, program/product management, and internal customers to deliver characterization results that support project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics required; Electrical/Computer Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor characterization and bench measurements.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineers, with readiness for people leadership.
• Experience with bench equipment: power supplies, SMUs, analyzers, oscilloscopes, VNAs.
• Programming in VBA; Python, MATLAB, or C++ a plus; Verilog and SCPI experience.
• Experience with mixed-signal systems, high-frequency signals, and signal integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of characterization engineers, including onboarding and growth.
• Translate requirements into characterization execution plans with stakeholders.
• Guide bench-level test plans, PCB interfaces, and DUT communication.
• Review data and ensure reports are ready for stakeholder review.
• Support complex bench-level debugging and failure-isolation activities.
• Communicate progress, risks, and priorities to engineering leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Bench measurements

Mixed-signal systems

Verilog & SCPI programming

Python/MATLAB/C++

Version control (Git)

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or Physics

Electrical/Computer Engineering preferred

Tools

Power supplies

SMUs

Oscilloscopes

VNAs

BERTs

Spectrum analyzers

Pattern generators

Job description

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Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location: Agoura Hills, CA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together,Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne’s Silicon Technology Engineering (STE) group is seeking a senior engineering leader to lead the bench characterization team supporting new product development. This role combines people leadership with hands-on technical guidance, with an expected focus of approximately 70% leadership and 30% technical contribution. The position partners closely with ASIC design, ATE test, program/product management, and internal customers to deliver characterization results that support project goals.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of characterization engineers, including onboarding, feedback, prioritization, and career development.
• Partner with program/product management, ASIC design, ATE test, and internal customers to translate requirements into clear characterization execution plans.
• Guide bench-level test plans, PCB interface considerations, DUT communication, and automated measurement approaches.
• Review characterization data, correlate findings to system-level parameters, and ensure reports are ready for stakeholder review.
• Support complex bench-level debug, failure analysis, and failure-isolation activities.
• Communicate team progress, risks, and priorities to engineering leadership.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics required; Electrical/Computer Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of related work experience preferred in semiconductor characterization, bench measurements, mixed-signal systems, or related engineering work.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or managing engineers, or demonstrated readiness to grow into people leadership.
• Experience using benchtop equipment such as power supplies, SMUs, semiconductor parameter analyzers, multimeters, signal generators, AWGs, pattern generators, BERTs, oscilloscopes, VNAs, and spectrum analyzers.
• Programming experience; VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) preferred, with additional knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or C++ a plus.
• Experience programming in Verilog and working with SCPI communication.
• Experience with mixed-signal (analog and digital) systems, multi-GHz signal delivery, de-embedding, and signal/power integrity preferred.
• Experience characterizing PLLs, jitter, data eyes, DACs, and ADCs preferred.
• Experience with revision control; Git preferred.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills and the ability to represent the team to senior stakeholders.

Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $165,400-$264,700. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan:This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits:Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please clickhere to see details.

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