Hardware Engineering Manager Job at Teradyne (San Jose)

Hardware Engineering Manager

Teradyne

Location:
United States , San Jose

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

195000.00 - 312100.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We're looking for a Hardware Engineering Manager to join our Memory Test hardware development team in San Jose, CA. With the explosive demand for hardware to support AI, the opportunities in the memory test equipment space have been growing rapidly. You will have the opportunity to contribute to this fast growing equipment space where we are being challenged to innovate faster than ever before. As a Hardware Engineering Manager, you'll supervise and build a team of talented circuit design engineers, spearheading the development, prototyping, and testing of instrumentation for memory test. You'll work cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineering to design high-quality, state-of-the-art test and measurement instruments. Your guidance will be crucial in meeting project goals, improving processes, and ensuring product reliability. This role requires a blend of project management and technical expertise, with a strong foundation in digital circuit design. This is an in-person role located in San Jose, CA.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers, providing technical guidance and architectural direction
Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment
Set clear goals and performance expectations, manage team dynamics, and ensure high levels of engagement and productivity
Conduct regular performance reviews, offer constructive feedback, and identify opportunities for professional growth
Actively contribute to the design, development, and testing of PCBs and PCBAs, with a focus on high-quality, reliable designs
Oversee PCB layout, schematic design, and component selection to ensure designs meet performance and manufacturability standards
Participate in defining the strategic direction of digital instrumentation
Oversee hardware development projects from concept to production, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met while maintaining high quality
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., firmware, software, and mechanical engineering) to ensure alignment and smooth project execution
Provide regular updates to senior management on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies
Collaborate on schedule development and resource planning, supporting timely project delivery
Identify areas for improvement in hardware design, testing, and manufacturing processes, and implement best practices to enhance product quality and engineering efficiency
Stay current with emerging hardware technologies, industry trends, and testing methodologies, and apply them to improve team capabilities and product offerings
Ensure that products meet or exceed customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory compliance
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-related issues in collaboration with the quality assurance and operations teams

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field
10+ years of hands-on experience in hardware engineering, with a strong background in one or more of the following: digital circuit design, analog circuit design, board level power supply design
Excellent communication skills: both oral as you will be co-located and working in person with the development team and written as you will need to collaborate with support teams that are not local
Previous management experience is a strongly desired but will consider candidates who are already a technical lead and looking to move to the next step
Strong understanding of electrical and electronic principles, circuit design, and signal integrity
Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, etc.)
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to hardware design, testing, and quality assurance
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of work
Experience with high-speed PCB design and complex multi-layer designs

Nice to have:

Familiar with SERDES technology and protocols (e.g., PCIe, 100G Ethernet) is a plus
Experience with memory devices (Flash, DRAM, HBM) is strong plus

What we offer:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more
This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 01, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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