Manufacturing Testing Engineer

The era of pervasive AI has arrived. In this era, organizations will use generative AI to unlock hidden value in their data, accelerate processes, reduce costs, drive efficiency and innovation to fundamentally transform their businesses and operations at scale. SambaNova Suite™ is the first full-stack, generative AI platform, from chip to model, optimized for enterprise and government organizations. Powered by the intelligent SN40L chip, the SambaNova Suite is a fully integrated platform, delivered on-premises or in the cloud, combined with state-of-the-art open-source models that can be easily and securely fine-tuned using customer data for greater accuracy. Once adapted with customer data, customers retain model ownership in perpetuity, so they can turn generative AI into one of their most valuable assets. About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Test Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing test systems for complex electronic and system-level products. This role is critical in ensuring product quality, test coverage, and scalability across production environments. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to build robust automated test solutions, reduce test escapes, and support new product introduction (NPI). Key Responsibilities Test Development & Automation Develop and validate automated test programs and fixtures for manufacturing environments Select and integrate appropriate test equipment for production testing Design and implement scalable test architectures for system and PCBA-level testing Create detailed and robust manufacturing test procedures and documentation Failure Analysis & Continuous Improvement Partner with manufacturing and Failure Review Board (FRB) teams to analyze test failures Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce test escapes Continuously improve test coverage, reliability, and throughput Manufacturing Support Provide hands-on support to manufacturing test technicians for troubleshooting and repair Train and guide manufacturing teams on proper use of test equipment and fixtures Ensure stability and uptime of test systems on the production floor Test Systems & Platform Development Lead end-to-end test system development including concept, architecture, design, prototyping, validation, and deployment Collaborate with suppliers and third-party vendors for test solutions Develop scalable test platforms using internal and external technologies Software & Test Validation Define and implement test protocols for software validation Ensure test plans meet quality standards and production requirements New Product Introduction (NPI) Support NPI efforts by developing and deploying manufacturing test solutions Collaborate with local and remote design teams to ensure test readiness for production Validate test coverage and readiness before product ramp Cross-Functional Leadership Provide technical oversight for contract manufacturers (CMs) and internal manufacturing processes Mentor and train junior manufacturing and test engineers Drive best practices across manufacturing test engineering Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field 5–7+ years of experience in PCBA and/or system-level manufacturing environments Strong hands-on experience with manufacturing test systems and troubleshooting Experience with automated test development and test equipment integration Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Qualifications Experience with hardware/software integration testing Familiarity with test frameworks, scripting, and automation tools Experience working with contract manufacturers and global production environments Knowledge of quality and reliability methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, DFx) Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing and product ramp Why This Role Matters This role is critical to ensuring product quality and manufacturing scalability. You will directly impact yield, reliability, and customer satisfaction by building robust and efficient test systems. Submission Guidelines Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at SambaNova Systems, you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified.  EEO Policy SambaNova Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Benefits Summary for US-Based, Full-Time Employment Positions SambaNova offers a competitive total rewards package, including the base salary, plus equity and benefits. We cover 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, and 77% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution. We also offer Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and AD&D insurance plans in addition to Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care. Our library of well-being benefits available to you and your dependents includes a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership with access to physical gyms, One Medical membership, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more. Offices: Palo Alto, California, United States (Palo Alto, CA);