System Quality Engineer (Integrated System Test, Sunnyvale)

Teradyne; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne, a global technology company, seeks a Systems Quality Engineer to validate complex semiconductor test systems by evaluating hardware, software, embedded, and mechanical components to ensure functional, performance, and reliability standards.

The role involves collaborating with Software, Hardware, Embedded, Mechanical, and Product teams, supporting test automation, and driving quality improvements throughout the product lifecycle, including a West Coast project shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/ME or related technical field.
• 2–5 years in software testing or quality engineering.
• Experience creating and executing test plans, cases, and procedures.
• Experience debugging across software, hardware, embedded, or integrated systems.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, .NET and modern testing tools.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Validate hardware, software, embedded, and mechanical components in complex test systems.
• Develop and document test plans, cases, and procedures with results and risks.
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues across software, hardware, firmware and system components.
• Collaborate with Software, Hardware, Embedded, Mechanical, and Product teams to ensure release readiness.
• Contribute to test automation by maintaining or enhancing automation scripts and tools.
• Analyze results, identify trends, communicate findings, and drive quality improvements.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Bash

C++

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/ME

Tools

Windows

Linux

.NET

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!

Our Purpose:

Teradyne is a global technology company delivering dynamic solutions to complex testing challenges. Our customers are the world’s leading technology companies, partnering with us to bring innovative products to market faster and solve increasingly complex engineering challenges. Weoperatein a fast-paced environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Systems Quality Engineer to join the Quality Engineering team within Teradyne's Integrated System Test (IST) Group. In this role, you will help validate complex semiconductor test systems by evaluating integrated hardware, software, embedded, and mechanical components to ensure they meet functional, performance, reliability, and customer quality expectations.

You are a motivated collaborator, effective communicator, and strong problem solver who enjoys working across Software, Hardware, Electrical, Mechanical, Embedded, Manufacturing, and Product Management teams. As Teradyne continues to grow and innovate, you will contribute to system-level validation efforts, support test automation initiatives, and help improve product quality through effective testing and analysis.

It's an exciting time to join Teradyne. As the company continues to grow and meet increasing market demand, the Quality Engineering team plays a critical role in delivering engineering confidence through system-level validation, automation, and data-driven quality engineering practices.

This role will also support an exciting new project on the West Coast, offering the opportunity to help shape quality practices early in the product lifecycle.

• Execute system-level, integration, and release validation testing to verify hardware, software, embedded, and mechanical components function together as expected in complex test systems.
• Execute and contribute to the development of test plans, test cases, and test procedures while documenting results, observations, and quality risks.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and help isolate issues across software, hardware, firmware, and integrated system components using structured testing and debugging techniques.
• Collaborate with Software, Hardware, Embedded, Mechanical, and Product teams to understand requirements, validate new functionality, and support release readiness and quality objectives.
• Contribute to test automation efforts by maintaining or enhancing automated test scripts and tools that improve testing efficiency and test coverage.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, communicate findings, and help drive issue resolution and product quality improvements.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and drive. Our dedication to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us on this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, system validation, product testing, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience developing and executing test plans, test cases, and test procedures for software or integrated systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging issues in software, hardware, embedded, or integrated system environments.
• Understanding of software quality engineering principles, testing methodologies, defect management practices, and system-level validation concepts.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, .NET, and modern software development and testing tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to investigate complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, C++, or C# and the ability to use them to support testing, debugging, and validation of complex systems.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with hardware/software integration, instrumentation, robotics, automation systems, manufacturing systems, semiconductor test equipment, or other complex engineering systems is a plus.
• Experience contributing to new projects from the ground up, including helping define early test strategies, validation approaches, or quality processes, is a plus.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $110,000 - $176,100. 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.