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Sr. Principal Test Engineer

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 77438

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Description

Skyworks is seeking a full time Principal Test Engineer for our Austin, TX location supporting Timing products. This is a growing team with a passion for test engineering and technical problem solving. In this role you will lead specific test development efforts for mixed signal clock and oscillator products. As a key contributor you will work in a team-based environment with other talented test engineers and work cross functionally with other engineering disciplines. The primary goal of this position is designing, developing, and implementing test procedures in automatic test equipment (ATE) to support our volume and cost goals. This includes developing tests solutions focused on probe, package and characterization testing including debugging DFT and ATE issues during silicon bring‑up and high‑volume manufacturing.

This is not a position for Software Testing, Automation, or Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and release robust characterization and production test solutions

Ensure appropriate test coverage based on product requirements and application

Hardware design including in-house schematic capture and third-party layout

Test software development using revision control and test team standards

Own DFT flow from architecture definition through ATE implementation and production readiness

Yield improvement, test time reduction, test cost reduction

Data analysis and scripting as needed to complete and automate developments

Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure technical, cost and quality goals

Required Experience And Skills

BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Science

18 years’ experience in the semiconductor industry

Deep knowledge of Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) with preference for Cohu (LTX) DiamondX/DxV/Unison or Teradyne IFlex/J750/IGXL or Verigy 93K

Advanced knowledge of test hardware design and debug

Advanced programming skills with one or more languages: C, C , C#, Python, Visual BASIC, VBA

Demonstrated expertise in translating DFT requirements into robust ATE test solutions.

Experience with timing products such as clocks, buffers, oscillators, crystals

Team player with strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $143,000 - $286,400 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.

Salary : $143,000 - $286,400

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