Product Engineer [Silicon Validation]

Etched is at the forefront of AI chip development, creating specialized ASICs that significantly outperform traditional GPUs in throughput and latency. We are looking for a Product Engineer to spearhead the silicon validation and productization of our advanced AI accelerator chips, ensuring high-quality production and efficient transitions from engineering to manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute silicon characterization from initial silicon to production release, including voltage-frequency-temperature characterization and production limit setting.
• Lead test cost optimization while maintaining quality standards.
• Architect test flows to balance test time, coverage, and yield objectives for complex AI designs.
• Drive yield improvement initiatives through data-driven root cause analysis using statistical tools.
• Establish and track key quality metrics such as DPPM and test escapes.
• Perform die/package level bring-ups and troubleshoot failure modes in collaboration with design and operations teams.
• Support OSAT bring-up and manage ATE/SLT manufacturing test program releases.
• Productize test programs for smooth transitions to high-volume manufacturing.
• Analyze field return data to identify test coverage gaps and improve screening methods.
• Drive ATE-system correlation activities to validate test program accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5-10+ years of hands-on experience in silicon validation and ATE test development for advanced node semiconductors.
• Proven track record in yield optimization and DPPM reduction with quantifiable results.
• Experience with silicon characterization methodologies and high-volume manufacturing test experience.

Skills:

• Proficiency in yield and fail pareto analysis using JMP, Exensio, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of test program debugging and yield enhancement techniques.
• Scripting and automation skills in Python, Perl, or TCL for test data analysis.