Business Development - Test Technologist

Advantest Corporation; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Bonus Program

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental & Vision

Income Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Advantest Corporation, a global leader in automated test equipment, is seeking a Business Development - Test Technologist in San Jose, CA. You will partner with sales, application engineering and product development to grow our High Performance Compute business and become a trusted advisor to lead customers.

The role emphasizes gathering customer requirements, translating them into deliverables, and identifying strategies for future products.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science or equivalent.
• 5 years experience and technical competency in digital semiconductor testing, on any ATE test platform.
• Strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Technical device analysis and understanding of digital test methodologies, including the latest DFT techniques.
• Gap analysis, reviewing the fit of available ATE solutions to the target customer devices.
• Creating detailed, working relationships and open communication with senior managers within Advantest and the customer.
• Technical presentation and whitepaper development for customer introduction to digital ATE solutions.
• Market and test requirement trend analysis.
• Mapping top-down sales objectives to target device and design wins, partnering with Advantest business units to achieve these objectives.
• Travel: Approximately 20% travel to various customer and Advantest sites, when possible

Skills

Digital testing

Customer-facing

Semiconductor industry

Education

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science

Tools

Java

C++

Job description

Business Development - Test Technologist

#9106

San Jose, California, United States

About Advantest

Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world's largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting-edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.

Our Purpose & Values:

Mission: Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer-focused innovation.

Vision: Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.

Core Values:

I- Innovation is our Lifeblood

N- Number One is Our Aspiration

T- Trust is our Foundation

E- Empowerment is Our Motivation

G- Global is our Reach

R- Respect is our Heart

I - Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment

T- Teamwork is our Approach

Y- Yes is Our Attitude

Why Join Us

At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We're looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You'll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.

We foster an integrity-centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.

Job Description

• The "Business Development -- Test technologist" role is strategic leadership position, working with the sales, application engineering, and product development teams to grow and protect our High Performance Compute business.
• By partnering with and growing relationships with key employees of our lead customers, you will become a trusted advisor in providing the best-in-industry test solutions.
• Success in this role is measured by design wins, which promote business growth within our lead customers.
• Accountable for: gathering customer requirements (design, scoping, and technical validity) and translating these into actionable Advantest deliverables.
• Responsible for: broad understanding of customer future products and test strategies, and supporting the technical sales of those strategies.
• An ideal position for an experienced Semiconductor industry leader or with strong marketing skills and knowledge of the semiconductor compute market.

Responsibilities

• Technical device analysis and understanding of digital test methodologies, including the latest DFT techniques.
• Gap analysis, reviewing the fit of available ATE solutions to the target customer devices.
• Creating detailed, working relationships, and open communication with senior managers within Advantest and the customer.
• Technical presentation and whitepaper development, for customer introduction to digital ATE solutions.
• Market and test requirement trend analysis.
• Mapping top-down sales objectives to target device and design wins, partnering with Advantest business units to achieve these objectives.
• Travel: Approximately 20% travel to various customer and Advantest sites, when possible

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science or equivalent
• 5 years experience and technical competency in digital semiconductor testing, on any ATE test platform
• Strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-facing skills.
• Understanding of the semiconductor lifecycle, and associated assembly and test value chain.

Preferred

• Nice-to-have: Programming fluency in Java/C++, experience in thermal management/design.

Benefits Overview

• Global Bonus Program: Performance-based bonuses paid twice yearly.
• 401(k) Plan: Pre-tax retirement savings with company match.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
• Income Protection: Life, disability, and accident insurance at no cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care options.
• Employee Assistance Program: Free support for personal and work-related issues.
• Flexible Time Off: Accrual starts at hire, increases with service.
• Paid Holidays: 13 company holidays annually.

All Locations

San Jose , California , United States

Salary Range

Bay Area Target Salary Range: $133,550 - $206,400 DOE

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