Principal Test Engineer

Overview Rambus , a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer , is seeking to hire an exceptional Principal Test Engineer to join our Operations team in San Jose. In this role, you will be working with some of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world developing products that make data faster and safer. Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracing a hybrid approach for most office-based roles. Employees are encouraged to spend an average of at least three days per week onsite, allowing for two days of remote work. Responsibilities Define the Test plan and work with design to ensure good Test coverage. Effective communication skills with internal cross‑functional teams, customers and suppliers. Able to design ATE hardware for NPI support, including Load Board, probe card, interface. Complete life cycle of products from design, prototypes, high‑volume manufacturing bring‑up and RMA/sustaining support. Optimize yield, Test time and multi‑site count. Qualifications B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience. Experience with Test coverage and DFT (Scan/ATPG/JTAG/BIST). Experience working with Local and offshore OSAT's. In‑depth knowledge of Advantest V93k. Experience with Smartest, Redhat and GIT/SVN. Experience in DDR and high‑speed digital products preferred. Ability to independently learn and problem‑solve. Comfort with collaboration, open communication and reaching across functional borders. Benefits Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time‑off program, and gym membership. The US salary range for this full‑time position is $126,000 to $234,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. Equal Opportunity Statement Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us in your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr