Sr. Staff Test Development Engineer

Description

Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world’s most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

Synaptics is looking for a Sr. Staff Test Development Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization. You will develop ATE solutions for complex RF (Bluetooth and WLAN) semiconductor products. This role will develop schematics and direct layout activities for ATE loadboards and probecards for new and innovative RF ICs. Working closely with OSATs, the Test Development Engineer will release robust production test solutions for offshore manufacturing and will support cost reduction activities such as test time reduction and yield improvement. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Test Development Engineering.

The typical base pay range for this position is USD $127,000 - $199,100 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits. Note that compensation listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Responsibilities & Competencies

Job Duties

• Lead the ATE development (HW and SW) for complex RF ICs on Teradyne UltraFLEX
• Jointly develop test plans with cross functional teams to optimize test coverage while minimizing test cost
• Lead the characterization of RF ICs on ATE
• Lead ATE-to-bench correlation activities on critical parameters
• Collaborate closely with development team to define DFT, develop new test methods, and debug silicon issues
• Work with design engineering to ensure testability of new devices
• Drive test time reduction, increased site count/throughput, and yield enhancement activities
• Develop complete ATE Qualification, Characterization, and Production RF test programs
• Design multi-site device interface boards to optimally test RF devices
• Regularly and clearly update core team and management on ATE development status
  
  

Competencies

• Expertise in RF device and RF test measurements (Power, Gain, IQ, Phase Noise, EVM, etc.)
• Ability to utilize different device protocols (I2C, JTAG, SDIO, etc.) to communicate with device
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, including the ability to communicate complex, interactive design concepts clearly to both technical teams and product level teams at the appropriate level of detail
• Ability to work within diverse, geographically distributed teams, with the passion to become part of cross-functional teams as necessary to ensure testability
• Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment to complete projects on time with minimal guidance
• Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
• Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
• Resourceful and able to solve complex problems through adaptation of existing technology and investigation of new technology to resolve complex problems
  
  

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field, or equivalent
• 12 years of experience in test development for RF semiconductor devices
• Proven track record of delivering robust RF IC test solutions for complex products in semiconductor industry
• Hands on experience with Teradyne UltraFLEX Platform (preferred) or Advantest 93K SOC
• Experience with system test, troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Deep knowledge of MBIST, JTAG, SCAN and IDDQ, including vector translation from standard formats to ATE environment
• Deep understanding of system level RF parametric (power, sensitivity, EVM, etc.). and the impact they have on the overall system
• Experience with regression testing and ability to track issues through product cycles
• No travel required
  
  

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.