Lead Applications Engineer — Semiconductor Test Systems

advantestcareers

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Advantest is seeking an Applications Engineer to provide technical leadership for the V93000 Semiconductor Test Systems. You will work with customers to analyze requirements, demonstrate capabilities, and drive successful implementations across sales and support cycles.

You will guide test program development, optimize performance, and collaborate with global teams to deliver high-quality solutions and training. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or CS.
Minimum 5 years of semiconductor testing experience.
Strong debugging skills for test programs.
Experience with V93000 platform is a plus.
Ability to learn high-level APIs in Java or C++.
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools is a plus.
Experience with SmarTest platforms is a strong plus.
Excellent communication and project skills.

Responsibilities

Lead technical engagements across sales and support lifecycle.
Ensure products meet customer specifications and integrate into test environments.
Analyze customer requirements and guide performance and test program development.
Design and validate test solutions aligned with customer goals.
Coordinate resources to deliver comprehensive customer solutions.