System Application Engineering Manager

Advantest Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Bonus Program

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life, disability & accident insurance

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Advantest America Inc. seeks an experienced Application Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing V93000 support strategies for a key high-performance computing customer.

You will oversee application engineering execution, customer engagement, test development, and production readiness to meet test coverage, quality, and time-to-market goals. You will work with cross-functional teams across sales, BD/MKT, COE, and R&D to define product strategies

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ATE test engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Hands-on experience with ATE platforms and test program development, debugging, and validation.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, DFT techniques, and failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of application engineers to develop and deploy test programs for high-volume production with key customers.
• Develop detailed project plans, milestones, risks, and ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Define and execute test strategies and roadmaps aligned with product and business goals.
• Oversee test hardware and software development for 93k and related platforms.

Skills

ATE test engineering

Team leadership

Project management

Customer engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Programming (Java/C/C+/Python)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Advantest V93000

Teradyne UltraFLEX

Eagle Test Systems

J750

Job description

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

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing V93000 support strategies for a key high-performance computing customer. This role will oversee application engineering execution, customer engagement, test development, and production readiness to achieve test coverage, quality, and time-to-market goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of application engineers in developing and deploying test programs for high-volume production with our customers.
• Develop detailed project plans, establish milestones and ownership, manage risks, and ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Communicate clearly, listen actively, build trusted customer relationships, and influence technical and business decisions.
• Define and execute test strategies and roadmaps aligned with product and business goals.
• Oversee test hardware (load boards, probe cards, interface hardware) and software development for 93k.
• Collaborate closely with customer, sales, BD/MKT, COE and R&D teams to define product strategies and ensure testability.
• Own and monitor KPIs related to test development and production quality.
• Ensure timely support for new product introductions (NPIs) and transitions to high-volume manufacturing.
• Manage ATE infrastructure, tools, and vendor relationships.
• Support root cause analysis of test escapes, false failures, and yield issues.
• Lead hiring, mentoring, performance management, and career development for the test engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in ATE test engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Hands‑on experience with ATE platforms such as the Advantest V93000, Teradyne UltraFLEX, Eagle Test Systems, J750, or equivalent platforms.
• Proven expertise in test program development, debugging, and validation.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, DFT techniques, and failure analysis.
• Experience with scripting/programming languages (e.g., Java, C/C++, Python, Perl).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in managing teams across geographies is a plus.

Additional Skills Preferred (but not required)

• Experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• Experience with mixed-signal or SiPho testing is a strong plus.

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
• Austin , Texas , United States

Field of Activity

Application Engineering

Salary Range

Bay Area Target Salary Range - $157,150 - $242,900 DOE

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