Applications Engineering Manager

Qualifications

• MS or BS EE, or similar Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in test engineering
• 2-3 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Hands‑on experience with ATE platforms
• Proven expertise in test program development, debugging, and validation
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, DFT techniques, and failure analysis
• Experience with Java, C/C++, Python, Perl
• Excellent leadership, communication
• Experience in managing teams
• Experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• ISO, JEDEC, or automotive (AEC-Q100) quality standards
• Experience with PAC, mixed-signal or RF testing is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of application engineers to develop test programs for high-volume production
• Generate project plans
• Perform as a good communicator, listener and customer decision influencer
• Define and execute test strategies and roadmaps
• Oversee test hardware (load boards, probe cards, interface hardware) and software development
• Collaborate closely with customer, sales, BD/MKT, COE and R&D teams to define product strategies and ensure testability
• Own and monitor KPIs related to test development and production quality
• Ensure timely support for new product introductions (NPIs) and transitions to high-volume manufacturing
• Manage ATE infrastructure, tools, and vendor relationships.
• Support root cause analysis of test escapes
• Lead hiring, mentoring, performance management, and career development for the test engineering team