Silicon Test Engineer

Job Title

Silicon Test Engineer

Role Summary

Member of the Product Development and Test Engineering team responsible for design validation, characterization, and production deployment of leading-edge IPs for 5G products in advanced FinFET processes.

Work closely with IC Design, Software, Systems and Operations to validate silicon, develop test HW/SW, characterize across corners, and release cost-effective production test solutions for high-volume manufacturing.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Candidates with ~1+ years of product development, test validation or high-volume production experience related to SoC testing are preferred.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include silicon validation, test development and production readiness.

• Operate automated test equipment (ATE) to validate and debug new product functionality.
• Develop test hardware and software for characterization and production testing.
• Characterize devices across process/voltage/temperature corners and system conditions.
• Collaborate with IC design, software, systems and operations teams to enable manufacturability and yield.
• Create and release cost-effective production test solutions and documentation for mass manufacturing.
• Analyze test data, diagnose failures, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and use lab and measurement equipment; set up and install test fixtures and instruments.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and practical experience, plus desirable additions.

• Must-have: Hands-on experience with measurement/test equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, time interval analyzer, logic analyzer, network analyzer) and general lab instrumentation.
• Must-have: Experience in test HW/SW development, silicon validation, debugging and characterization for semiconductor products.
• Must-have: Practical scripting or programming skills (Python, C++, embedded software/assembly) for test automation and data analysis.
• Must-have: Familiarity operating or supporting ATE systems and interpreting test results.
• Must-have: Experience with schematic capture and circuit simulation tools (hands-on experience preferred).
• Nice-to-have: Experience with Advantest or Teradyne ATE, DFT/ATPG/JTAG, memory BIST, HS SerDes, SRAM/DRAM interfaces, ADC/DAC/PLL and other mixed-signal measurement techniques.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with data analysis software (JMP, NI tools, Exensio) and domain knowledge in CPU, logic test, sensors, or RF measurements.
• Physical/operational: Regular lab work and equipment transport (short distances, light loads); extended periods using computers and test equipment; effective verbal and written communication with cross-functional teams.

Education Requirements

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science or related fields.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.