Principal Test Engineer, Test Architecture

Job Description: Renesas is seeking a Principal Test Architect for our Analog and Mixed-Signal division. The Test Architecture team provides technical leadership for semiconductor test methodology, design-for-test strategy, test infrastructure, and process optimization across Renesas' analog and mixed-signal product portfolio. This role partners closely with design, product, and test engineering teams to drive test innovation from new product introduction through high-volume manufacturing.Key Responsibilities* Define and drive test architecture, methodology, and innovation for analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products.

• Partner with IC design, product engineering, and test engineering teams to establish design-for-test (DFT) requirements and optimize product testability.
• Architect and optimize mixed-signal test hardware and software solutions to improve test quality, throughput, cost, and manufacturability.
• Evaluate and influence tester roadmap, test methodologies, and process improvements across the organization.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship on test strategies, best practices, and problem-solving for complex semiconductor products.

Qualifications: * BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline with 10+ years of experience in semiconductor test engineering or a closely related field. Candidates with backgrounds in product engineering, characterization, silicon validation, applications engineering, or analog/mixed-signal IC design and significant test development experience will also be considered.

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