Software Engineering Manager (Compute Test, North Reading)

Teradyne; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being benefits

Tuition assistance programs

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Teradyne is seeking a Software Engineering Manager in the United States to lead the internal core software development team. You will provide architectural guidance, drive agile practices, and collaborate with product teams to deliver AI-enabled software across releases.

You will mentor engineers, manage risks, and build a high-performance organization across multiple sites. A BS in engineering is required, with advanced degrees a plus, and semiconductor experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software sustaining or software development.
• 5+ years of direct management, project and technical leadership, and/or team leadership experience
• Deep, daily experience with Generative AI tools and a proven track record of using them to increase team throughput
• Experience in the semiconductor industry
• Strong organizational and project management skills, cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to mentor and grow team members and set clear goals
• Agile software development experience a plus
• Full product life cycle experience from concept to customer support a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's degree a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural and technical guidance in development and oversee delivery of ATE software
• Lead an agile team in designing, implementing, and testing core software features for releases
• Proactively manage and mitigate technical risks
• Review and implement processes including CI objectives and quality metrics
• Set goals aligned with strategy; coach and mentor to achieve them
• Foster product & AI-first culture; promote candor, accountability, collaboration
• Mentor team; support career development and training
• Hire and grow new talent across multiple geographic locations
• Manage team across locations and ensure staffing aligns with business needs

Skills

Team leadership

Generative AI

Cross-functional management

Agile software development

Risk management

Time-to-market understanding

Communication

Mentorship

Staffing & hiring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's degree in EE/CS or MBA

Tools

C#/VBA

Embedded programming

Multi-threaded programming

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne is looking for a Software Engineering manager with cross-functional management skills to manage the internal core software development team. In partnership with other product development functions, you will play a critical role in enabling the team to develop software to achieve our business goals.

• Providing architectural and technical guidance in the development and overseeing the delivery of our ATE software
• You will be leading an agile team in designing, implementing, and testing of core software features to put features into releases.
• Proactively manage, mitigate technical risks and execute effectively
• Review and implement process improvements including the continuous integration objectives, achieving quality metrics, and instill the operational practices needed to sustain them
• Helping set goals aligned with the organization's strategy and providing coaching and mentorship to reach those goals
• Cultivating a culture that instills product & AI first mindset, prioritizes candor, accountability, and collaboration
• Foster the career development of the team. Mentor your team, helping them grow and develop their technical/functional skills
• Hiring and growing new talent to meet the needs of the business while making staffing trade-offs as required
• Manage team elements in multiple geographic locations

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.

• 5+ years of direct management, project and technical leadership, and/or team leadership experience
• 10+ years in software sustaining or software development.
• Deep, daily experience with Generative AI tools and a proven track record of using them to increase team throughput.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Understanding of the automated test equipment industry desired
• Strong organizational and project management skills especially ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to spearhead and motivate others, communicating vision, setting goals and objectives, monitoring metrics and progress, and empowering the team to be successful.
• Ability to set clear direction and priorities, organize activities, and supervise the team to hit project objectives.
• Strong communication skills, ability to communicate at different levels of abstraction, and provide periodic updates to senior management and directors
• Thorough knowledge of risk management, and failure modes and effects analysis
• Understanding of time-to-market, cost-of-test, yield management, and relevant production concepts
• Demonstrable ability to read, evaluate and interpret technical documents
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly with an in depth understanding of Excel
• Experience with C#/VBA, embedded, and multi-threaded programming a plus
• Creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving engineering problems
• Strong commitment to product quality
• Experience with Agile software development process is a plus.
• Full product life cycle experience from concept to customer support is a plus
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university required
• Master's degree in EE/CS or MBA a plus

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $165,700 - $265,200. 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 click here to see details.