Test Engineer (C# Development)

flir; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits Day 1

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Fun employee events

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR in Goleta, CA seeks a Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute efficient testing for semiconductor-related products. You will build software to automate tests, collect data, and interface with ATE hardware and systems.

The role emphasizes software development in C#/.NET, GUI creation, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet production quality and efficiency goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with C# and the .NET framework.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and debugging.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for test automation and data collection.
• Integrate software with ATE platforms, instruments, and hardware controllers.
• Develop automated test execution and data acquisition applications.
• Support test program releases and production deployments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and design teams to improve test efficiency.

Skills

C#

.NET framework

Visual Studio

SQL Server

Object-oriented design

Debugging

Python

C++

LabVIEW

PCB test board assembly

ATE integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/CS/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Teradyne

Chroma

NI/PXI-based systems

FPGA-based systems

LabVIEW

Python

C++

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Test Engineer: Designs, develops, implements and executes cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment. Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products. Plans the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. May be responsible for setting the parameters and testing of production products.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Software Development

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using C# and the .NET framework
• Develop reusable software components, libraries, and frameworks supporting ATE test development
• Implement graphical user interfaces (GUIs), data collection tools, and automation utilities
• Create software solutions that interface with ATE hardware, instrumentation, and manufacturing systems
• Perform software debugging, optimization, and performance tuning

Test System Development

• Support development and deployment of semiconductor production and characterization test solutions
• Integrate software with ATE platforms, instruments, and hardware controllers
• Develop automated test execution and data acquisition applications
• Support test program releases and production deployments

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Develop tools for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing test data
• Create automated reporting solutions for yield, performance, and test metrics
• Support manufacturing data analysis and root-cause investigations

Quality & Verification

• Develop unit tests and automated verification methods for new CMOS ASIC products
• Participate in software design reviews and code reviews
• Ensure compliance with software development processes and configuration management practices
• Document software requirements, architecture, design, and test results

Cross-Function Collaboration

• Work with the Teledyne FLIR design team, Manufacturing teams, and customers to formulate test requirements
• Support failure analysis and production troubleshooting activities
  • Same as “Support manufacturing data analysis and root-cause investigations”
• Prepare Teledyne FLIR characterization and wafer probe test stations
• Perform required characterization and production probe tests
• Support and on occasion conduct performance testing to ensure the product meets performance requirements under various conditions
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for test efficiency, repeatability, and automation
• Assist the design team in understanding and correcting any design deficiencies found during testing
• Assist other engineers in the performance of related duties
• Make sure equipment is configured correctly and debugged before initial hardware arrives
• Verification of new ICs and/or FPAs performance

Job Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Attention to Detail required assuring that tests are fully documented in compliance with Teledyne FLIR’s quality system
• Analytical Problem Solving required to assist the design team in understanding and correcting design deficiencies
• Collaboration & Teamwork to effectively communicate with design team and customers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong Communication Skills – Oral, Listening & Written to effectively communicate and document test results and formulate test requirements
• Innovation: Must have the ability to develop new approaches and/or creative solutions using innovative methodologies and/or concepts
• Flexibility required ensuring the ability to adapt to changing requirements and work-load re-prioritization as indicated.
• MUST BE U.S. PERSON

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or some other related technical field
• Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience

• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Experience developing applications using C# and .NET.
• Experience with object-oriented design principles.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in:
  • C#
  • .NET Framework / .NET
  • Visual Studio
  • Database technologies (SQL Server or similar)
• Understanding of software architecture and design patterns
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor test development
• Experience with ATE platforms such as:
  • Teradyne
  • Chroma
  • NI/PXI-based systems
  • FGPA-based systems
• Experience with hardware communication protocols:
  • GPIB
  • USB
  • Ethernet
  • RS-232
  • TCP/IP
• Experience with:
  • LabVIEW
  • Python
  • C++
• Ability to assemble printed circuit test boards and solder components
• Familiarity with semiconductor devices, mixed-signal ICs, image sensors, or RF products
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and production environments.
• Experience with automated data analysis and reporting tools

Success Metrics

• The successful candidate will:
  • Deliver reliable, maintainable C# software solutions
  • Improve ATE automation and test efficiency
  • Reduce manual engineering effort through software automation
  • Support rapid deployment of new semiconductor products into production
  • Contribute to yield improvement and manufacturing productivity

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay and full benefits starting Day 1
• 401(k) with match + employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
• Innovative technology + a collaborative, team-focused culture
• Fun employee events and an engaging work environment

Step into a role where your ideas, technical skills, and curiosity will directly shape next-generation products.

Salary Range:

$120,300.00-$160,400.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.