200 99% first‑pass success
Drive test cost reduction initiatives delivering year‑over‑year improvements
Establish and monitor KPIs for test effectiveness, efficiency, and quality
Mentorship & Knowledge Management (10%)
Mentor junior engineers, developing next generation of test leaders
Create and maintain comprehensive test methodology documentation and training materials
Build strategic relationships with test partners to influence platform development
Foster culture of innovation and continuous learning within test organization
Education And Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
12+ years of progressive experience in semiconductor test engineering
8+ years specifically in mixed‑signal/RF test development
Proven track record leading NPI programs for high‑speed communication ICs
Technical Expertise
Expert‑level proficiency with Advantest V93000 platform (Smar Test 7/8)
Advanced programming skills in C/C++, Python, and TCL
Deep understanding of high‑speed signal integrity, jitter analysis, and BER testing
Expertise in analog/mixed‑signal DFT techniques (BIST, scan, boundary scan)
Proficiency in RF/microwave test techniques beyond 40 GHz
Strong foundation in statistical process control and quality methodologies
Experience with PCB design tools (Cadence, Altium) and signal integrity simulation
Leadership & Business Acumen
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority across organizations
Track record of delivering complex projects on aggressive schedules
Strong presentation skills to executive leadership and customers
Proven ability to build and maintain strategic vendor relationships
Desired Qualifications
Master's degree or Ph D in relevant engineering discipline
15+ years in semiconductor test with focus on Ser Des/high‑speed I/O




Experience with Si Ge Bi CMOS 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 RF
Experience with wafer‑level testing and probe card design
Experience with test data analytics and machine learning applications
Unique Differentiators For This Role
Serves as company‑wide test architecture authority for mixed‑signal products
Builds test capabilities that enable entry into current markets and applications
Establishes Semtech's reputation as test innovation leader in high‑speed communications
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
We may leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment. Final hiring decisions remain with our Hiring Teams, not AI systems.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $115,000-$145,000 CAD There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job‑related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements.

📌 Principal npi test engineer (Burlington)
🏢 Semtech
📍 Burlington