Graduate Program - Application Engineer (m/f/d)

Advantest - We enable tomorrowʻs technology. 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. Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as Graduate Program - Application Engineer (m/f/d) Your Responsibilities Start Your Career at Advantest as a Graduate in Our Application Engineering Team! You have just graduated and are looking for the best opportunity to start your professional career. Join our team as a graduate and become an Application Engineer for our Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems! During our unique 18-month graduate program, you will gain in-depth knowledge of the semiconductor and ATE industry. Alongside peer graduates, you will learn from experienced colleagues how to develop test solutions for cutting-edge semiconductors and deliver them to our international customers. Our graduate program starts on October 1, 2026. Why This Job Opportunity is Attractive: Start your professional career at Advantest, a leading supplier of semiconductor test systems. Get hired as a regular employee with an attractive salary and benefits. Participate in a dedicated, mentored graduate program for the first 18 months of your career. Receive guidance from a mentor who will support your professional and personal development throughout your journey. Gain expertise in hardware and software development, learning how to interface ATE systems with a wide variety of semiconductors. Rotate between different technical areas (hardware/software). Have the opportunity to work abroad during project phases, based on your personal interests. After successfully completing the 18-month program, you will be fully qualified as an Application Engineer and continue as a permanent employee at Advantest. What You Will Do: Develop and debug test programs for high-tech semiconductor devices. Validate newly designed state-of-the-art semiconductors. Develop customized hardware and software solutions for semiconductor production testing. Manage complex projects in an international environment. Collaborate with colleagues and customers on worldwide projects. Share knowledge, technologies, and experience with colleagues and customers. Work in a highly innovative, international environment with opportunities to travel. Your Qualifications University degree in Electronic Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's) or equivalent related knowledge. Fluent in English (mandatory); German (preferred). Highly motivated for continuous learning in a technological environment. Experience with C/C++, Java, and scripting languages. Basic knowledge of measurement techniques for electronic components (analog and digital). Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently. Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Willingness to work with customers. Driver's license and willingness to travel. Our offer Flexibility Benefits Development Fitness Security 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 our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing) Structured onboarding programs 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 Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool. If you have any questions, Ann-Kathrin Rupp will be happy to answer them at +49 (0) 7031.204.8022 For further information visit: www.advantest-career.de Apply now Would you like to know more about jobs at Advantest and about our unique team spirit? Our employees offer you their personal insights into our working environment. Would you like to take a closer look how our working environment looks like? Here you can take a short virtual 360° tour of our company - click the link to get to know us better. Böblingen Amerang