Staff Engineer - ATE

- Hyderabad, India

- Full-time

- Employment Type: Regular (PERM)

- Remote Work Available: No

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Test Pattern Environment Engineer to develop, maintain, and support the infrastructure used for test pattern generation, conversion, and deployment in silicon validation and ATE production environments.

Key Responsibilities:

- Post-Silicon ATE Lead to lead and manage post-silicon validation and production testing efforts using ATE platforms. This role requires strong technical expertise in silicon characterization, test development, and working closely with cross-functional teams including design, DFT, packaging, and product engineering. Own and lead post-silicon validation and ATE characterization for silicon devices (SoC/MCU/ASIC).

- Develop and debug ATE test programs for characterization, qualification, and production ramp-up.

- Collaborate with design and DFT teams to define test coverage and validation strategy.

- Analyze silicon test data to identify functional/parametric failures, yield issues, or corner case behaviours.

- Lead silicon debug and root cause analysis of test failures.

- Define and drive test cost optimization strategies (e.g., multisite, parallel test, retest strategy).

- Work with OSATs and vendors for probe card, loadboard, and socket development.

- Define test limits, corner conditions, and environmental conditions (HTOL, AC/DC, ESD, etc.).

- Support qualification testing (e.g., HTOL, HAST, Temp Cycle) and drive correlation between bench and ATE.

Qualifications:

- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, or related field.

- 7+ years of experience in post-silicon validation and ATE development.

- Strong hands-on experience with ATE platforms (e.g., Teradyne UltraFlex, Advantest 93K, NI STS).

- Solid understanding of mixed-signal, digital, and analog test methodologies.

- Experience with scripting (Python, Perl, and C) for automation and data analysis.

- Familiarity with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, source meters, BERTs, etc.) for correlation and debug.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work across global teams.