Principal Test Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA (HYBRID: Monday - Thursday onsite, Fridays remote)

Role Type: Permanent

Pay Rate: $200k - $225k base + bonuses, RSUs and benefits

Required Skills and Experience: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field 10+ years of progressive experience in semiconductor test engineering 7+ years specifically in mixed-signal test development Proven track record leading NPI programs for high-speed communication ICsExpert-level proficiency with Advantest V93000 OR Teradyne Ultra Flex Advanced programming skills in C/C++, Python, and TCLDeep understanding of high-speed signal integrity, jitter analysis, and BER testing Expertise in analog/mixed-signal DFT techniques (BIST, scan, boundary scan)Strong foundation in statistical process control and quality methodologies Experience with PCB design tools (Cadence, Altium) and signal integrity simulation Strong presentation skills to executive leadership and customers Experience building and maintaining strategic vendor relationships

Nice to Haves: Master's degree or PhD in relevant engineering discipline 15+ years in semiconductor test with focus on Ser Des/high-speed I/OExperience with SiGe BiCMOS process technology and its test challenges Knowledge of automotive quality standards (AEC-Q100) and qualification flows Familiarity with 93000 PS1600/PS3600 digital channels and Wave Scale RFExperience with wafer-level testing and probe card design Experience with test data analytics and machine learning applications

Key Responsibilities: Own multiple NPI projects from start to finish Train and guide junior engineers Develop/debug ATE test programs on Advantest V93000 (93K)Support test development on Teradyne uFlex for analog/sensing products Review test hardware designs (load boards, probe interfaces)Perform hands-on lab work: bring-up, silicon debug, and production release Partner with design teams on DFT and testability requirements Support characterization, correlation, and test readiness reviews Transfer solutions to OSAT/manufacturing sites and drive yield improvements Insight Global is seeking a Principal NPI Test Engineer to serve as the technical authority and strategic leader for new product introduction test development in our mixed-signal product portfolio. This role demands a proven innovator who can architect comprehensive test solutions spanning from early silicon validation through high-volume production. The ideal candidate will drive testability standards across the organization, lead complex multi-disciplinary projects, and deliver breakthrough test methodologies that enable next-generation high-speed communication products operating at 200 Gbps and beyond.