- Join a global applied research and venture team dedicated to pioneering advanced test solutions for the semiconductor industry
- Drive innovation by contributing to the development of cutting-edge semiconductor test technologies
- Integrate novel test solutions using ensuring successful deployment in real-world environments
- Leverage your broad technical expertise in test program development and solution bring-up to support seamless implementation

Senior Application Engineer (m/f/d)
Advantest • Böblingen
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Full-time
Böblingen
Your duties
Your profile
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Technical Expertise:
- Proven experience in semiconductor testing, with a strong understanding of test cell components.
- Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles.
- Practical experience integrating test solutions with boundary systems such as EDA tools, loadboards, sockets, and other hardware interfaces.
- Proficiency in test program development using ST8.
- Solid programming skills in Java, Python, or other relevant languages.
- Interpersonal Skills:
○ Strong collaboration abilities across diverse teams, cultures, and organizational levels.
○ Excellent communication skills; fluency in English is required, German is preferred. - Additional Requirements:
○ Willingness to travel up to 20%.
○ Skilled in delivering clear and impactful technical presentations.
What we offer
At Advantest, you enjoy flexibility
Life is often unpredictable, and there are always surprises along the way. So, we offer you a variety of options that allow you to work flexibly, in line with your current situation – to help you respond to unforeseen events or to plan long-term for a new chapter in your life!
Safeguards for whatever life brings.
No one knows what tomorrow will bring. But what we can do is ensure that you are prepared for anything life throws your way. A company pension, (paid) leaves of absence, and a variety of insurance offerings mean you can look to the future with peace of mind.
Working with us is worth it.
At Advantest, you can be sure of an attractive salary that is reviewed on a yearly basis. In addition, we offer you the chance to share in the company’s success, plus a wide range of meaningful financial benefits.
Grow with us.
Learning is a lifelong process. Whether you are a school or university student, a graduate, or an experienced professional – you are always growing. We offer you diverse ways to broaden your horizons and to take your career at Advantest forward.
Stay fit and healthy with us.
We want you to feel well at Advantest. That is why we offer a wide range of fitness and sport opportunities at all our sites – making it easier to be good to yourself.

Each and every one of us at Advantest makes an important contribution to our business success and plays a significant role in our further development. Working at Advantest means grasping opportunity and boldly exploring new possibilities. Would you like to know more about jobs at Advantest and about our unique team spirit? Our employees offer you their personal insights into our working environment.
Our pride and joy
Since 2017, we have regularly taken part in a comparison of the best employers in Germany. In 2021, our employees again participated in the anonymous and independent survey. The results confirm: We are a Great Place to Work! We first and foremost owe that great result to the people here at Advantest. Each and every day, they prove their dedication, take ownership, and bring passion to their work. And that makes us very proud.
