# Principal Test Architect – AI & Advanced Test Technology at Renesas Electronics

- Company: Renesas Electronics
- What the company does: Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial,...
- Company website: https://www.renesas.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Austin, TEXAS
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-19
- Apply by: 2026-12-03
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/RenesasElectronics/744000156348740?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/renesas-electronics-principal-test-architect-ai-and-advanced-test-technology/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced Test Architect to drive next-generation semiconductor test technology, with a focus on AI-enabled test development, simulation platforms, and Design for Testability (DFT). This role will define and develop innovative tools and methodologies that accelerate test development, improve test quality, and enable earlier validation throughout the product lifecycle. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 10+ years of semiconductor Test Engineering, Product Engineering, DFT, or Test Architecture experience
- Strong expertise in ATE test development and production test methodologies
- Deep understanding of DFT concepts including scan, ATPG, memory test, structural test, and diagnostics
- Experience developing software tools and automation solutions using Python and related technologies
- Knowledge of AI/ML applications, simulation environments, and data-driven engineering workflows


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/renesas-electronics-principal-test-architect-ai-and-advanced-test-technology/