Yield Engineer Jobs
Yield Engineer jobs are open across semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, and solar energy industries, at every level from entry-level process technician to senior and principal engineer, with specializations in defect reduction, statistical process control, and failure analysis. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
ATE Test Engineer – XPU Yield, Quality, and RMA Debug
The major responsibilities for this ATE Test engineering position will be to drive testing, yield optimization, quality assurance, and RMA failure analysis for high-performance XPU ASIC parts (monolithic and 2.5D/3D advanced packaging) on Advantest PS1600, PS400B UHC4, and 93K PinScale/Exascale testers.
Responsibilities:
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XPU Test Development & Optimization:
- Test bring-up, silicon characterization, flow development, and test time optimization for XPU devices on ATE platforms.
- Develop and deploy robust ATE test solution recipes and patterns for product silicon.
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Yield & Quality Enhancement:
- Perform ATE test data analysis, shmoo characterizations, and guardband tuning to drive silicon yield improvements and reduce DPPM.
- Execute ASIC/XPU temperature and voltage corner testing to ensure product quality and screening efficacy.
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RMA & Failure Analysis:
- Lead characterization, fault isolation, and root-cause debug of customer RMA parts (monolithic and 2.5D/3D advanced packaging XPUs).
- Provide feedback to design, DFT, and quality teams to prevent test escapes and resolve systemic product issues.
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Reliability & Test Hardware Management:
- Manage ATE testing required for pre- and post-reliability and environmental stress testing.
- Oversee test file/revision control and maintain DUT hardware and load boards.
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Collaboration & Execution:
- Collaborate with Design Center, Quality, and worldwide Test Engineering teams to share technical learnings.
- Coordinate with overseas R&D test partners and multi-site design teams.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with a strong background in ASIC/XPU ATE testing, especially with Advantest 93K systems.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in Test Development, yield enhancement, and RMA failure analysis on ATE floors.
- Demonstrated experience testing complex ASIC/XPU parts (monolithic and 2.5D packaging).
- Strong software/scripting skills and familiarity with Linux RedHat and SmarTest (e.g., versions 7.x, 8.x).
Excellent debug, root cause analysis, and communication skills.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121,900.00 To USD 195,000.00
As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
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Who's Hiring



Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Telecommunications
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in yield engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, or equivalent software
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication processes including lithography, etch, or deposition
- Ability to perform design of experiments and interpret process control charts
- Experience with failure analysis techniques such as SEM, TEM, or EDX
- Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems and defect tracking databases
Tips for Your Yield Engineer Job Search
Quantify your defect reduction results
Hiring managers for yield engineer roles want numbers, not narratives. List the specific yield improvement percentage you achieved, the process node or technology you worked on, and the method you used, whether that was DOE, SPC, or Pareto analysis.
List your process and tool expertise clearly
Yield engineer job listings screen heavily on equipment and software familiarity. Call out your experience with specific tools like JMP, Spotfire, or Klarity, and name the process steps you own, such as CMP, lithography, or etch, in a dedicated skills section.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists yield engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by technology node
Filter openings by the technology generation that matches your background. A resume built around mature nodes like 28nm will read differently to a team hiring for 3nm development. Tailoring your application to the posted node shows you understand the work, not just the title.
Prepare a structured failure analysis walkthrough
Expect at least one technical interview where you walk through a yield excursion you diagnosed from start to fix. Practice narrating your methodology: how you isolated the root cause, which characterization techniques you used, and how you verified the corrective action held.
Negotiate relocation for fab-site roles
Most wafer fab and advanced packaging roles require on-site presence, and many are located in areas with a limited local candidate pool. Bring up relocation assistance early in the offer conversation since employers in this space routinely budget for it.
Yield Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most yield engineers?
Intel Corporation, Nokia, and Micron Technology are hiring the most yield engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at companies expanding advanced packaging and next-generation wafer fabrication capacity.
How many yield engineer jobs are remote?
About 29% of yield engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, equipment-dependent nature of most fab and process roles. Data analysis, reporting, and yield modeling work are the sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote flexibility.
How do you become a yield engineer?
Start with a degree in electrical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or physics, then build hands-on exposure to semiconductor or electronics manufacturing processes through internships or process engineering roles. Develop proficiency in statistical analysis software and learn how to design experiments and interpret control charts. From there, move into roles focused specifically on defect reduction or process characterization to build a yield-focused portfolio.
Can you get a yield engineer job with little experience?
Yes, some companies hire entry-level yield engineers directly from degree programs, particularly if you completed a fab internship or senior project involving process characterization or statistical analysis. Emphasize any coursework or lab work involving semiconductor devices, thin-film deposition, or quality control methods. Roles titled process engineer or yield analyst are often the entry point before moving into a dedicated yield engineer position.
What does the yield engineer interview process look like?
Most yield engineer interviews include an initial recruiter screen, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering process fundamentals and statistical methods, then an on-site or virtual panel with process engineers and team leads. Expect to walk through a past yield improvement project in detail, including how you identified the root cause and measured results. Some companies add a take-home data analysis exercise.
Where can I find and apply to yield engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to yield engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, then apply directly to each one that fits your experience and location preferences.
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