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Test Engineer (ATE)

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In-Office
San Jose, CA, USA
122K-195K Annually
Senior level
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San Jose, CA, USA
122K-195K Annually
Senior level
Develop, debug, and maintain ATE test programs for Broadcom SoCs and ASICs using the Advantest 93K platform. Perform silicon characterization, validation, pattern processing, test optimization, and correlation across simulation, bench, and tester environments. Collaborate with design, DFT, product, and quality teams to improve coverage, yield, test time, and product reliability. Support high-volume manufacturing ramps and resolve test escapes, yield excursions, and program robustness issues.
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Job Description:

Broadcom is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to join our Semiconductor Test Engineering team. In this role, you will focus on development of production, characterization, and qualification test programs to ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance products for Broadcom’s diverse portfolio of SoCs and ASICs. You will collaborate with design, product, and quality engineering teams to drive test coverage, optimize test time, and deliver solutions from early silicon bring-up through high-volume manufacturing.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, debug, and maintain ATE test programs for production, characterization, and qual on Advantest 93K test platform.
  • Perform pattern processing and conversion from design environments into tester-compatible formats.
  • Execute silicon characterization and validation across process, voltage, and temperature corners; analyze results to drive yield and performance improvements.
  • Work with DFT, design, and product engineering teams to define test requirements, improve test coverage, and close gaps.
  • Optimize test flows and methodologies to reduce overall test time and cost while ensuring high quality.
  • Drive correlation between simulation, bench, and tester environments.
  • Support high-volume manufacturing ramps, addressing test escapes, yield excursions, and test program robustness.

Qualifications

  • Required: BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and of related experience, or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • 8+ years of experience
  • Recent College graduates may apply
  • Strong knowledge of digital and high speed  test methodologies, scan/DFT concepts, and pattern processing.
  • Hands-on experience with ATE platforms (Advantest or equivalent).
  • Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, or C/C++.
  • Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics, characterization methods.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience with SoC, AI accelerators, networking, or high-speed SerDes devices.
  • Familiarity with tester load board / probe card design, bring-up, and debug.
  • Experience supporting high-volume production test and manufacturing transfer.

Compensation and Benefits


The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121,900.00 To USD 195,000.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.


Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.


Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.


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