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# Director System Application Engineering

- **Company:** ADVANTEST LLC
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Computer Engineering
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=989f7219882a84e4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; a master's degree is preferred.
 * At least 5 years of experience leading international technical teams in semiconductor automated test equipment (ATE) application engineering, technical support, or a related field.
 * Demonstrated experience leading customer-facing engineering organizations and delivering measurable business results.
 * Strong understanding of semiconductor test systems, application engineering, and customer support environments.
 * Proven ability to develop and execute technical and organizational strategies.
 * Demonstrated leadership, people management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience supporting Advantest V93000 test systems and semiconductor applications.
 * Familiarity with Power, Analog, Controller, SiC, and GaN technologies.
 * Experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams.
 * Experience managing departmental budgets, headcount planning, and organizational development.
 * Established relationships with semiconductor customers and experience supporting strategic accounts.

Leadership Competencies

 * Strategic thinking and business judgment
 * Customer focus and relationship management
 * Organizational leadership and talent development
 * Strong communication and decision-making
 * Collaboration across global and cross-functional teams
 * Accountability and results orientation

## Description

The Director is responsible for driving customer satisfaction, strengthening technical capabilities, supporting business growth, and ensuring effective collaboration across global engineering, sales, research and development, and other cross-functional organizations., Strategic Leadership

 * Define and execute the application engineering strategy in alignment with Advantest's business objectives and customer needs.
 * Lead and develop global System Application Engineering teams supporting key U.S. customers and strategic business initiatives.
 * Establish organizational priorities, operating processes, and technical capabilities to support current and future business requirements.
 * Identify opportunities for business growth, improve customer satisfaction, and strengthen Advantest's competitive position in the semiconductor test market.

Customer and Technical Leadership

 * Oversee the development and deployment of innovative test solutions across Power, Analog, Controller, and related semiconductor applications.
 * Provide strategic technical guidance for V93000 platform applications and SiC/GaN technologies.
 * Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, ensuring alignment between customer requirements and Advantest's technical capabilities.
 * Partner with Sales, Business Development, Marketing, R&D, and other global organizations to address customer needs and support new business opportunities.
 * Ensure effective resolution of complex technical and customer-related challenges.

Organizational and People Development

 * Build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
 * Establish clear organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities to support business priorities.
 * Develop talent and succession plans to ensure leadership continuity and long-term organizational effectiveness.
 * Promote knowledge sharing, technical development, and collaboration across global engineering teams.

Business and Operational Management

 * Oversee departmental headcount planning, resource allocation, and budget management.
 * Establish and monitor key performance indicators to evaluate organizational performance, customer satisfaction, and operational effectiveness.
 * Ensure efficient use of engineering resources and alignment with business priorities.
 * Monitor industry developments, customer requirements, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and support strategic planning.
 * Provide regular updates to senior leadership on business performance, organizational priorities, and strategic initiatives.