R&D Engineer Software & Hardware (m/f/d) 16.04.2026 Advantest Europe GmbH Böblingen

R&D Engineer Software & Hardware (m/f/d)

IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure world‑class performance of cutting‑edge high end digital hardware products by developing and owning methods for adjustment, diagnostics, functional testing, and performance verification.
• Design and implement high‑impact diagnostics and adjustment solutions in a modern C++ software environment, tightly coupled with advanced hardware.
• Bring up and stabilise new hardware generations using prototypes, R&D tools, and state‑of‑the‑art lab equipment at the front‑of‑line of current technology.
• Act as the technical bridge from development to production and customers, rolling out solutions and supporting manufacturing sites and customer systems worldwide.
• Analyse production and field data to identify issues early, improve manufacturability, and continuously push performance to the limits of what is technically possible.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Solid experience in C++ programming and a strong grasp of object‑oriented design principles.
• Solid understanding of digital hardware systems, electrical engineering fundamentals and measurement techniques.
• Analytical mindset and data‑driven problem‑solving skills, including the ability to analyse production or field data to identify root causes and improve system performance.
• Ability to work across disciplines, collaborating closely with hardware, software, and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Team‑oriented mindset with excellent communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow continuously.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, etc.).
• German language proficiency.

Our offer

Flexible and trust‑based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part‑time models and programs for extended periods of absence.

Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through an exceptionally appealing bonus programme as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing).

Structured onboarding programmes and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft‑skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions.

Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days.

Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations.