IC Test Development Manager

Job description

An IC Test Development Manager **develops and implements automated test equipment and programs for design verification and production testing of integrated circuits (ICs)** . This includes designing electronic circuits, writing test software, and ensuring robust and cost-effective testing solutions. Develop the test hardware Load board and Probecards for the devices. **Key Responsibilities:** - Test Program & Solution Development: Takes ownership of the entire test solution development process, from initial concept to implementation. - Test Plan Development: Creating comprehensive test plans to cover all aspects of the chip's functionality. - Sound knowledge on **Digital, Mixed signal, RF test methodologies** . Experience in developing the test programs in ATE environment for Digital, mixed signal, RF devices. - Device debug for Digital, Mixed Signal, RF devices using ATE tools and verify with bench Test results. - Responsible for working with different teams for understanding the device datasheet and come up with a detailed Test procedure/plan to test the chip in ATE environment. - Strong working experience in Teradyne test systems like ETS(364/88/800), UltraFlex, J750, Magnum, Advantest V93K systems or any other ATE Tester. - Build ATE hardware design (load board & probe card), PCB design tools and Signal Integrity analysis. - Need to interact with the PCB design team for developing the necessary hardware – Test load board, bench board and probe cards. - Knowledge on Device Characterization, testing at different temperatures. - Knowledge on data extraction tool like Perl, Python will be added advantage. - Performance Optimization: Improves testing processes and methodologies to ensure efficient and cost-effective testing. - Documentation: Creates and maintains test documentation, including test plans, specifications, and procedures. - Collaboration: Works closely with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and testing of ICs. - Test Execution: Running tests on the manufactured silicon, including both pre-silicon (emulation) and post-silicon platforms. - Expertise in High Speed Serdes Interface characterization and protocol compliance testing such as PCIe/Ethernet/SDI/CoaXpress/JESD204, MIPI D-PHY, MIPI CSI/DSI-2, USB and DisplayPort/HDMI etc. **Required Skills and Qualifications:** - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or a related field. - **Candidate should have 15+ years’ experience in semiconductor testing in ATE.** - Experience: Experience in IC test development, with a strong understanding of automated test equipment (ATE) and test software. - Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ programming for test software development. - Electronics: Strong knowledge of electronic circuits and measurements. - Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze test results, identify issues, and propose solutions. - Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to IC testing. - Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration and documentation. - Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. **Skills** - Good Knowledge on ATE working on all the tester platforms ( Teradyne , Advantest , Cohu ) , C/C++, VB, Python, Perl - Ability in Customer communication and interaction & provide status update through e-mails and conference calls. - Able to initiate and execute projects independently and should be a team player.