Digital Application Engineer

Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world's largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting‑edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.

Our Purpose & Values:
Mission:
Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer‑focused innovation. Vision:
Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.

Core Values: I‑ Innovation is our Lifeblood; N‑ Number One is Our Aspiration; T‑ Trust is our Foundation; E‑ Empowerment is Our Motivation; G‑ Global is our Reach; R‑ Respect is our Heart; I‑ Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment; T‑ Teamwork is our Approach; Y‑ Yes is Our Attitude.

Why Join Us:
At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We’re looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You’ll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact. We foster an integrity‑centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.

Join the team that is working on next generation ATE solutions and semiconductor devices, supporting customers in getting their digital test requirements turned into reality. You’ll work on cutting‑edge technology working side by side with our customers in close collaboration with R&D and marketing in a cross‑functional, international environment. This is an ideal position for a software or electrical engineer with a strong test engineering background, requiring both in‑depth knowledge of the V93000 system, as well as strong SW skills for writing test programs and tooling to meet customer needs.

You have the drive to work in a challenging environment where requirements change daily and solutions must be quickly developed and delivered. You are a self‑starter who can work independently on complex requirements, using your SW skills and V93000 knowledge to quickly deliver solutions. You are approachable and easy to work with, a good communicator with deep technical knowledge, and considered a role model by your peers.

• Develop ATE test programs (Java) for digital devices on Advantest 93k platform.
• Support customers on debugging and resolving Smar Test SW issues.
• Write scripts (perl/python) and tools to assist customers in improving their process quality and time to market.
• Train customers on new SW and HW solutions coming out of R&D and the Advantest Application Development Center.
• Collect and collaborate with R&D and external teams on customer requirements to help develop next generation solutions.
• Clearly communicate Advantest’s strengths, solutions, and roadmap strategy to our customers, addressing technical challenges that arise on a daily basis.
• Prepare and execute pre‑sales activities such as customer presentations and paper benchmark projects, requirements analysis, competitive positioning activities, etc.
• Push and roll out new products (hardware and software) at customer sites to support the 93k business.

• Approximately 5% travel to various customer and Advantest sites.

• Bachelor’s or foreign degree equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related.
• Working experience in semiconductor industries, or related.
• Demonstrated strong personal leadership & good team player.
• Proactive, self‑disciplined and highly motivated.
• Pre‑Sales skills/experience.

• 5+ years’ experience on semiconductor ATE test development.
• Understanding VLSI and semiconductor manufacturing process.
• Strong scripting skills in perl or python.
• C/C++ experience.
• Experience with AI tools, e.g. Claude.

• Global Bonus Program:
  Performance‑based bonuses paid twice yearly.
• 401(k) Plan:
  Pre‑tax retirement savings with company match.
• Medical, Dental & Vision:
  Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
• Income Protection:
  Life,…