Senior Staff Test Engineer

Job Title

Senior Staff Test Engineer

Role Summary

Develop and maintain test programs and test hardware for characterization, wafer sort, and production of high-speed I/O products. Lead test development projects from bring-up through production ramp while collaborating with DFT/DFM and cross-functional teams to improve testability and yield.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Preferred 10+ years of experience in test development for high-speed interface products and NPI/technical leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain test programs for characterization, wafer sort, and production using Advantest V93000 (93K).
• Design, validate, and support test hardware solutions for high-speed I/O applications.
• Lead projects across all development phases from bring-up to production ramp.
• Collaborate with DFT and DFM teams to improve testability and optimize yield.
• Establish and implement test practices such as GR&R, HTOL, and characterization procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement of test coverage, efficiency, and quality.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Core technical skills and experience required; preferred items listed separately.

Must-have:

• Expertise in high-speed interface testing (PCIe, USB, DDR).
• Hands-on experience with Advantest SmarTest 8 software and V93000 (93K) platform.
• Experience in test hardware design for HSIO applications.
• Proven experience in wafer sort and final test environments.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols including I2C, I3C, and SPI (including trim implementations).
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have:

• 10+ years in test development (hardware and software) for high-speed interface products.
• NPI test lead or prior technical leadership of complex test programs.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.