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Job Title: Sr. Principal Test Engineer
Posting Start Date: 9/18/25
Job Location: Ottawa
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 76252
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Description
As a Senior Principal Test Engineer, you will lead the development of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) solutions for highly integrated RF modules. This role is pivotal in ensuring the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of next-generation RF products through robust test strategies and seamless deployment to global manufacturing partners. You are expected to be the primary technical liaison with ATE and RF test equipment vendors to drive the roadmaps, development and integration of new test technologies.
Responsibilities
-Development of RFIC ATE test solutions for NPI and high volume manufacturing.
-Drive test strategies for improvements of yield, test coverage,quality, test platform conversions and test cost.
-Lead the successful and efficient transfer of test solutions to manufacturing sites and subcontractors.
-Act as the technical liaison between internal engineering teams and external vendors.
Required Experience and Skills
-Bachelor's degree in EE, CS, Physics, CE or closely related field with 15 years' experience or MS degree and 12 years' experience
-Strong background in developing high volume package and wafer probe RFIC solution on ATE platforms.
-Familiarity in the operation of semiconductor IC handlers and wafer prober.
-Extensive experience in working with instruments such as power supplies, dc meters, vna, rf signal generators, rf spectrum analyzer , rf tuners and power meters.
-Knowledge of RF wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, LTE, etc.
-Experience in transferring test solutions to offshore manufacturing partners.
-Familiarity in working in Test Automation using GPIB, USB, LXI etc
-Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Desired Experience and Skills
-Extensive experience in developing test solutions on RF PA, LNA, Switches, Couplers and Multiplexers.
-Experience in working with Cohu RedDragon & Advantest 93K ATE platforms.
-PCB Design of RF test socket boards and wafer probe card .
-Programming proficiency in C++, C#,Java,Phyton,etc.
-Semiconductor ic communication protocols - MIPI, I^2C, 3 wire bus, etc
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The typical base pay range for this role is currently CAD $132,800 - $239,000 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements. Benefits include access to healthcare, a retirement plan company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.
Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.
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