SoC Test Engineer

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Austin, Texas, is seeking an experienced SoC Test Engineer to work on the next-generation processors and systems-on-chip. Responsibilities include developing test plans, designing and debugging test software and hardware, and coordinating activities with different groups. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience and possesses strong programming skills in various languages. Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment await you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in semiconductor testing.
• Strong programming and debugging skills in relevant languages.
• Able to design and debug test software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document test plan for new devices.
• Design and debug test software and hardware.
• Coordinate test activities with internal and external groups.

Skills

Programming skills for writing and debugging test programs

Scripting languages (PERL)

High level languages (C/C++ or Visual Basic)

Understanding of ATE tester and test program

Experience in digital VLSI SoC

Expertise in Semiconductor Test Methodology

Understanding of Electronic Engineering Fundamentals

Knowledge of Semiconductor Manufacturing Process

Understanding of semiconductor product life cycle

Ability to work with test equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer)

Education

Bachelor's degree + 10 Years of Experience

Job description

Do you love crafting sophisticated solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next‑generation, high‑performance, power‑efficient processor, system‑on‑chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, we will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices! As our SoC Test Engineer you will be crafting and debugging ATE programs and hardware for characterization, qualification, and production of SoC devices. If you enjoy a fast‑paced and challenging environment and collaborating with people across different functional areas as well as thriving during crisis times, we encourage you to apply!

Description

• Develop and document test plan for new devices.
• Design and debug test SW & HW.
• Debug new silicon.
• Bring quality and efficient test solution for mass production.
• Coordinate test related activities with both internal and external group.
• Evaluate new product’s testability and operability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 10 Years of Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Programming skills for writing and debugging test programs and test related hardware development (i.e. Teradyne UFlex/J750/ip750, Advantest 93k platforms.)
• Proficiency in programming with Scripting languages (i.e., PERL) and high level languages (i.e., C/C++ or Visual Basic.)
• Deep understanding on ATE tester and test program
• Experience working on digital VLSI SoC.
• Expertise in Semiconductor Test Methodology.
• Deep understanding of Electronic Engineering Fundamentals, Design for Test and Manufacturing Concepts.
• In depth knowledge of Semiconductor Manufacturing Process.
• Understanding of semiconductor product life cycle.
• Able to work with test equipment (i.e., oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.)
• Travel is required.

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