System Test Engineer (Nextest, San Jose)
Apply now »Date: Oct 7, 2025
Location: San Jose, CA, US
Company: Teradyne
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.
Opportunity Overview
We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to be a part of Teradyne’s memory test division supporting cutting edge memory test products. In this role you will be supporting Teradyne’s effort to develop and maintain a robust SW validation strategy for all aspects of product development. You will be responsible for testing new software features, maintaining software quality and addressing various product security concerns pertaining to Nextest products.
The primary focus for this role is to perform system level integration testing of the Nextest Software involving validation of new features, use cases, testing of calibration and diagnostic routines and validating support for various hardware configuration.
- Learn and understand all aspects of Nextest Memory Test Systems
- Work with Software development to understand implementation of new features and APIs
- Develop and execute test plans, test suites and test programs (C/C++) to test various features and capabilities of the Nextest product.
- Develop and maintain the SW build infrastructure.
- Build and test SW releases to ensure good quality before shipping to customer.
- Develop integration testing strategy to validate software compatibility with various tester configurations
- Participate in troubleshooting/debug of critical issues related to the SW.
- Write and maintain detailed test reports.
- Develop and maintain automation tools for regression testing and quality assurance of various SW features.
- Develop and maintain various security policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with other security engineers at Teradyne to evaluate maturity of various product security tools and processes and explore solutions to mitigate security risks.
All About You
- Bachelor's degree, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
- 5+ Years of experience working in semiconductor related industry.
- Proficient in C/C++ programming.
- Familiarity with MS Visual Studio.
- Familiarity with tools like Git, Jenkins, Gitlab.
- Good programming skills in Python or equivalent programming language.
- Experience with security testing tools and methods like static code analysis, threat modelling and software composition analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time.
- ATE experience is a plus.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $140,600 - $224,900. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Benefits:
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.
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Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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