Software Engineer (Nextest, San Jose)
About the role
Nextest is seeking software engineers to join a dynamic, hardworking, engaging, and collaborative team. The ideal candidate will be involved in all aspects of software engineering and complex problem-solving, working with different functions to define, implement, and test new features and functionality.
Responsibilities
- Understand Customer requirements and find innovative ways to incorporate those requirements within our existing software architecture.
- Learn from our most senior engineers and bring your experience and voice to help drive the next generation of Teradyne.
- Collaborate with our senior team to design and develop programs and libraries for new products.
- Absorb and extend programs and libraries for existing products.
- Engage with our Field Applications team to find innovative ways to improve customer success and solve customer problems.
- Work with the Software QA group to devise effective test strategies and identify areas to improve and resolve issues with our internal and customer-facing software releases.
Requirements
- Computer Science degree with 3-5+ years experience
- Strong C++ Object Oriented design experience with a history of consistent on time software delivery.
- Mastery implementing software that directly interacts with hardware (FPGAs and ASICs)
- Knowledge of Windows and experience with Visual Studio required
- Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio IDE's and the STL Library
- Proficiency with a source code control system (GIT preferred)
- Extensive experience interacting with hardware designers and reading schematics/design documentation and implementing software interacting directly with hardware
- Software development for embedded systems, microcontrollers, and/or off-the-shelf small-form-factor devices (e.g. Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, Ardunio).
- Experience developing Windows device drivers (specifically, KMDF)
- Deep knowledge of Windows OS Internals
- Proven track record of completing and delivering products directly to customers.
- Instrument design / control
Qualifications
All candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience. Experience with Windows and Visual Studio is essential, along with proficiency in C++ and object-oriented design. Familiarity with hardware design and interaction with FPGAs and ASICs is also crucial. Knowledge of Windows OS internals and experience with Windows device drivers (KMDF) is highly valued. Candidates should demonstrate a strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and a proven track record of delivering quality software products.
Skills
The successful candidate will possess a combination of technical skills, including but not limited to:
- Strong C++ Object Oriented design experience
- Experience with Windows and Visual Studio
- Proficiency with source code control systems
- Experience with hardware design and interaction with FPGAs and ASICs
- Windows OS internals knowledge
- Experience with Windows device drivers (KMDF)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Benefits
Teradyne offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. For more details, please visit our benefits page.
Pay
The base salary range for this role is $148,600 - $228,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Schedule
This position is full-time.