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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Systems Architect - **Company:** Teradyne Inc. - **Location:** North Reading, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $166,300.0 - $266,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Computer Networking Systems, System-level Testing, Information Technology, Software Usability, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3278e5d59642102d ## About the Role 10+ years of experience in systems engineering and design Experience in systems engineering processes and practices; specifically, architecture, requirements, system performance and scalability You should have multi-discipline experience/technical expertise in one or more of the following: system design of complex electronics; network systems; embedded systems; software usability; and controls You can define system-level software requirements and closely interface with software engineering on the design of those requirements A track record of commercially successful product development Sufficient technical breadth to interact with a multi-disciplined team Experience in instrumentation design and product development. Our instruments are sophisticated electronics systems including firmware, FPGA's, data buses, power management, and control software. Excellent communication skills You can clearly express your ideas and concepts both written and verbally Preferred You have hands-on trouble shooting abilities to participate or lead root cause analysis to diagnose product performance or reliability issues Software development experience on Windows environment using multiple computer languages (C++ and C# preferred) Experience developing semiconductor testers or semiconductor capital equipment Knowledge of automation, thermal controls and/or vibration controls Experience interfacing with manufacturing, marketing, purchasing, product support, field service and program management Work in an environment that is agile and fast paced Education: BS/BA in a science or engineering discipline, ideally in computer science or electrical engineering; an MS is highly desired. ## Description The Teradyne's Integrated Systems Test (IST) Hardware Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, technically driven System Engineer to deliver world class System Level Test solutions to our growing portfolio of customers. You will be responsible for interpreting business requirements and developing system requirements and architectures for Teradyne's IST product lines with a focus on new product development, as well as supporting the product line's goals around customer satisfaction, revenue, profitability and KPI's. You will also be responsible for identifying enabling technologies and staying current on market trends and industry standards. Working closely with product marketing, you will identify what is needed to make our customers successful and win in our highly competitive market. Collaborate with our engineering groups to turn concepts into products. You will also contribute to the development of a multi-generation product roadmap. You will be expected to stay up to date on competitive offerings and emerging market requirements and closely interact with customers. Within areas of specialization, you will provide leadership for other team members on a technical basis working to help test and integrate the systems solutions, ready to deploy at the customer's test site. The role requires sophisticated development and communication skills - with the ability to quickly analyze problems, understand new technologies, prototype solutions, and communicate findings. Your responsibilities will include (but not limited to): Participating in design of system requirements and architectures Establishing relationships with other senior technical staff to assist in developing and interpreting customer requirements and system designs Partner with product management and direct interface with potential customers during preliminary engagements to understand their challenges and requirements in order to help define competitive solutions Providing systems engineering oversight into projects and ensuring the vision of the system requirements follow through to system design and verification Working closely with the functional teams during development to help integrate the full system, influencing across functional boundaries to complete the system development, helping to solve problems and remove roadblocks along the way Influencing multidisciplinary cross functional teams (hardware, mechanical, software, quality assurance, new product introduction and functional management), increasing their productivity and effectiveness through knowledge and experience Staying up to date with industry trends that impact your area of responsibility You should be organized and be able to plan tasks and activities for the supporting design groups You will be able to create work breakdown structures and help define workflows All about you We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. 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