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Senior ATE Test Engineer

Elevate Semiconductor
San Diego, California, United States Posted Oct 6, 2026
Full-time

About this role

We are seeking a Senior Test Engineer to lead the development and execution of test solutions for precision analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits used in memory, AI, high-performance computing, and automated test equipment (ATE) applications.

This role owns the production test strategy from first silicon through high-volume manufacturing and works closely with Design, Product Engineering, Applications, Quality, Operations, and external manufacturing partners to deliver robust, cost-effective production solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead activities from first silicon through production release for precision analog and mixed-signal IC products.
  • Develop complete production test solutions for wafer sort and final test using Teradyne UltraFlex IGXL and associated handlers/probers.
  • Correlate bench measurements with ATE results and establish production test limits using statistical analysis and characterization data.
  • Develop and optimize production test programs for precision DACs, current source/sink products, PMICs, analog interface ICs.
  • Design, debug, and validate load boards, probe cards, sockets, and production hardware in collaboration with external vendors.
  • Drive multisite optimization, parallel testing, throughput improvement, and overall manufacturing cost reduction.
  • Perform silicon debug and root-cause analysis for design, process, package, and test related issues.
  • Work closely with IC Design during schematic reviews, silicon bring-up, and Design-for-Test (DFT) planning.
  • Support qualification, reliability, HTOL, characterization, and customer qualification activities.
  • Develop production release documentation including correlation reports, GR&R studies, guard-banding analysis, and manufacturing specifications.
  • Transfer products into OSAT and high-volume manufacturing while providing engineering support during production ramp.
  • Develop automation tools using Python, JMP, and data analytics to improve engineering productivity and manufacturing quality.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

  • 6 plus years of experience in semiconductor test engineering, ideally with analog or mixed signal ICs

  • Experience with Teradyne UltraFlex and or Verigy SmartScale or PinScale platforms

  • Understanding of analog testing principles and methodologies

  • Experience with vector translation tools such as Velocity or Test Insight

  • Familiarity with scan testing, JTAG, memory BIST, and loopback techniques

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail

  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

  • Preferences

  • Experience with test hardware development including load boards, probe cards, and sockets

  • Exposure to high volume manufacturing environments and offshore vendors

  • Experience with wafer level testing and multi-site optimization

  • Familiarity with analog simulation tools and testbench correlation

  • Interest in process improvement and test automation

  • The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $180,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, education, location, and business needs.

  • In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This salary range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

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