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ATE Test Engineer

互联网、AI·测试

ATE Test Engineers use automated test equipment to test chips or electronic products, developing test plans and scripts to ensure product quality.

Daily work

  • 01Develop ATE test strategies and plans, write test specification documents
  • 02Develop and maintain test scripts (e.g., Python, C++) for automated testing
  • 03Set up and configure test environments, execute tests and record results
  • 04Analyze test data, locate defects and track resolution
  • 05Collaborate with hardware and software teams to optimize test coverage and efficiency
  • 06Evaluate new test tools and technologies to improve testing processes

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Proficiency in ATE platforms (e.g., Teradyne, Advantest)
  • Programming skills: Python, C++, Perl, etc.
  • Fundamentals of circuit and mixed-signal knowledge
  • Test methodologies: DFT, Scan, BIST, etc.
  • Data analysis and reporting skills

Soft skills

  • Detail-oriented and patient
  • Logical analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Good communication and coordination skills
  • Stress resistance, adaptable to project pace
  • Continuous learning of new technologies

Best suited for

Suitable for those who are patient, detail-oriented, enjoy technical deep dives, and excel at analyzing and solving problems.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those who dislike repetitive tasks, are careless, or lack logical thinking.

Salary (monthly)

25KMedian
Bottom 15KTop 40K

Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only

Profile

Higher is better
Stability4
AI Resistance4
Growth3
Transferability3
Autonomy / Remote-friendly2
Lower is better
Work Intensity4
Entry Difficulty3
Education Threshold3
Major Relevance3
Competition3

MBTI Fit

ISTJINTJISTPESTJINTPESFPENFPENFJ
Mid-high payHigh intensityStableAI-resistant

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Disclaimer: Salary figures on this page are estimated pre-tax monthly pay for positions with social-insurance contributions in China's tier-1 cities; other cities are converted using regional coefficients. Dimension scores and MBTI fit are editorial estimates, provided for reference only, and do not constitute any promise or advice.