Field Application Engineer

Field Application Engineer

Organization & Role The Teradyne Memory Field Applications team is seeking a highly motivated and talented Field Application Engineer with strong software development expertise to develop and deploy advanced semiconductor test solutions. This role works closely with customers and cross-functional engineering teams to design, develop, optimize, and support test applications on Teradyne ATE platforms. The ideal candidate has a strong Computer Science background, excellent C++ programming skills, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop, debug, and deploy semiconductor test solutions for digital, mixed-signal, and RF devices.

• Design, develop, and maintain test program software on Teradyne ATE platforms.

• Write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code using C++.

• Collaborate with customers and engineering teams to understand test requirements and develop application solutions.

• Analyze test performance and identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, coverage, and throughput.

• Support test solution release to production, including evaluation, correlation, and validation activities.

• Review and support load board and probe card designs for test applications.

• Develop innovative techniques and methodologies for semiconductor device characterization and testing.

• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and recommend effective solutions.

• Demonstrate tester capabilities and provide technical support during customer evaluations.

• Deliver customer training, technical presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Build strong technical relationships with customers and provide application expertise.

• Stay current with semiconductor test technologies, industry trends, and competitive solutions.

• Basic Qualifications & Skills

• Strong software development and programming experience in C++.

• Proficiency in object-oriented programming, software debugging, and problem-solving.

• Experience developing complex software applications in Windows and/or Linux environments.

• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices.

• Experience with semiconductor test, ATE systems, or test program development is preferred.

• Experience with Teradyne or other semiconductor ATE platforms is preferred.

• Ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop practical solutions.

• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.

• Knowledge of handler and prober integration is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.

• Candidates with strong C++ software development expertise are highly preferred.

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