Test Engineer (ATE)

Broadcom; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) participation including company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company based in California seeks a highly motivated Test Engineer to enhance the Semiconductor Test Engineering team. This role involves developing and maintaining test programs while collaborating with various engineering teams. Candidates should have a strong technical background with 8+ years of experience in related fields, particularly with ATE platforms and test methodologies. A competitive salary from $120,000 to $192,000 and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years related experience with BS or 6+ years with MS in relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with ATE platforms.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ATE test programs for production and characterization.
• Execute silicon characterization and analyze results.
• Optimize test flows to reduce test time and ensure quality.

Skills

Digital and high-speed test methodologies

Scripting/programming languages (Python, C/C++)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and teamwork skills

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

ATE platforms (Advantest or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Broadcom is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to join our Semiconductor Test Engineering team. In this role, you will focus on development of production, characterization, and qualification test programs to ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance products for Broadcom’s diverse portfolio of SoCs and ASICs. You will collaborate with design, product, and quality engineering teams to drive test coverage, optimize test time, and deliver solutions from early silicon bring-up through high-volume manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, debug, and maintain ATE test programs for production, characterization, and qualification on Advantest 93K test platform.
• Perform pattern processing and conversion from design environments into tester-compatible formats.
• Execute silicon characterization and validation across process, voltage, and temperature corners; analyze results to drive yield and performance improvements.
• Work with DFT, design, and product engineering teams to define test requirements, improve test coverage, and close gaps.
• Optimize test flows and methodologies to reduce overall test time and cost while ensuring high quality.
• Drive correlation between simulation, bench, and tester environments.
• Support high-volume manufacturing ramps, addressing test escapes, yield excursions, and test program robustness.

Qualifications

• Required: BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 8+ years of related experience, or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 6+ years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of digital and high-speed test methodologies, scan/DFT concepts, and pattern processing.
• Hands-on experience with ATE platforms (Advantest or equivalent).
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python or C/C++.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics, characterization methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred

• Experience with SoC, AI accelerators, networking, or high-speed SerDes devices.
• Familiarity with tester load board / probe card design, bring-up, and debug.
• Experience supporting high-volume production test and manufacturing transfer.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $192,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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