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Working closely with a cross-functional team you will implement SLT tests for a family of next generation AI Processors. \nThe ideal candidate should have a focus on quality and demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of production test on the success of a product. \nThey will have a proven Functional Test or ATE Test Engineering background, and will have a pragmatic, hands-on and flexible approach to a fast-changing environment. \nThe Team \n The Product Test and Diagnostics team’s role is to detect and manage hardware defects that arise from the manufacture and use of our products. 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