Advantest

R&D Engineer Software & Hardware (m/f/d)

Advantest  •  Böblingen, DE (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

  • Ensure world‑class performance of cutting‑edge high-end digital hardware products by developing and owning methods for adjustment, diagnostics, functional testing, and performance verification
  • Design and implement high‑impact diagnostics and adjustment solutions in a modern C++ software environment, tightly coupled with advanced hardware
  • Bring up and stabilize new hardware generations using prototypes, R&D tools, and state‑of‑the‑art lab equipment at the forefront of current technology
  • Act as the technical bridge from development to production and customers, rolling out solutions and supporting manufacturing sites and customer systems worldwide
  • Analyze production and field data to identify issues early, improve manufacturability, and continuously push performance to the limits of what is technically possible

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Solid experience in C++ programming and a strong grasp of object-oriented design principles
  • Solid understanding of digital hardware systems, electrical engineering fundamentals and measurement techniques
  • Analytical mindset and data‑driven problem‑solving skills, including the ability to analyze production or field data to identify root causes and improve system performance
  • Ability to work across disciplines, collaborating closely with hardware, software, and manufacturing stakeholders
  • Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and grow continuously
  • Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, etc.)
  • German language proficiency
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About Advantest

Advantest (TSE: 6857) is the leading manufacturer of automatic test and measurement equipment used in the design and production of semiconductors for applications including 5G communications, the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, high performance computing (HPC) including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and more. Its leading-edge systems and products are integrated into the most advanced semiconductor production lines in the world. The company also conducts R&D to address emerging testing challenges and applications; develops advanced test-interface solutions for wafer sort and final test; produces scanning electron microscopes essential to photomask manufacturing; and offers system-level test solutions and other test-related accessories. Founded in Tokyo in 1954, Advantest is a global company with facilities around the world and an international commitment to sustainable practices and social responsibility.

More information is available at www.advantest.com.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Tokyo, JP
Year Founded
1954
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