Senior Perception Software Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading)

Teradyne; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Teradyne in North Reading, MA, is seeking a Senior Perception Software Engineer to design and extend software for a large test system, collaborating with engineers worldwide. The role focuses on developing operating software for capital equipment and factory information systems, with a requirement to work on-site and occasional travel.

The position demands extensive experience in C# .NET on Windows, distributed and multi-threaded software, object-oriented design, and machine vision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of software development experience
• Solid experience developing distributed and multi-threaded applications
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design
• Ability to work with AI-based code generators
• Experience in Machine vision is a must
• Knowledge of geometrical optics and lens selection
• Knowledge of computer vision and image processing
• Experience with commercial vision software products is a plus
• Knowledge of linear algebra is a plus
• Background in semiconductors or test equipment is a plus
• Experience with WPF, capital equipment, factory integration, TCP/IP, database programming a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and extend software for a large test system with multiple software levels
• Design operating software for capital equipment, factory information systems and application software
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to diagnose and solve complex system problems
• Collaborate with a global design team, primarily on-site in North Reading, MA
• Travel moderately within the US and to Southeast Asia

Skills

C# .NET

Distributed/multi-threaded

Object-oriented design

AI code generators

Machine vision

Geometrical optics

Image processing

Linear algebra

Commercial vision software

Semiconductors / test equipment

WPF

TCP/IP

Database programming

Visual Studio

Tools

Visual Studio

TCP/IP

Database programming

Job description

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Senior Perception Software Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading)

Date: Oct 3, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, 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 PurposeTERADYNE, 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 supportedto 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 OverviewDesign and extend software for a large test system that incorporates many levels of software.

• Design operating software for capital equipment, factory information systems and application software.
• Collaborate with engineers from other disciplines in diagnosing and solving complex system problems.
• Collaborate with a larger design team around the world.
• This position is based in North Reading, MA and candidate will need to mostly work on-site.
• Moderate travel is required, both within the US and to southeast Asia.

All About YouWe 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.

• Minimum 10 years of software development experience programming in C# .NET on Windows using Visual Studio.
• Solid experience developing distributed and multi-threaded applications.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design.
• Ability to work with AI-based code generators.
• Experience in Machine vision is a must, including
• General knowledge of geometrical optics
• Experience of lenses and lens selection
• Knowledge of computer vision and image processing
• Experience of commercial vision software products is a strong plus
• Knowledge of linear algebra is a strong plus
• Background in semiconductors and/or test equipment industry is a plus.
• Experience in any of the following is a plus: WPF, capital equipment, factory integration, TCP/IP, database programming,
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks with multiple deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems through creative and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work with the local team and a design team overseas.
• Ability to grasp new technologies and react to changes in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:The base salary range for this role is$161,700 - $258,800.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.

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 click here to see details.

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