Test and Validation Tech Lead

MediaTek • Processors, MCUs & AI Chips • RF & Wireless Hardware • 1 day ago
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 15, 2026. MediaTek scores C on the Alion truth index.

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MediaTek

MediaTek Inc. is a global fabless semiconductor company specializing in system-on-chip (SoC) architectures and digital multimedia processing technologies. The enterprise designs and markets integrated circuits for smartphones, smart home devices, IoT hardware, wireless connectivity solutions, automotive electronics, and custom AI chips for edge and cloud applications. Headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan, the organization operates an international network of research, development, and sales offices serving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and technology brands worldwide.
mediatek.com • HQ: Hsinchu, Taiwan • AI Chips & Accelerators • RF & Wireless Hardware • Processors, MCUs & AI Chips • 1001-5000 employees • Est. 1997
We are seeking an Optical Validation & Test Lead to lead validation of next-generation fiber optic transceivers and optical engines for AI infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in optical module test, test software development, and high-speed optical link validation.

The ideal candidate will build a scalable optical test framework used across teams, drive validation through EVT and DVT, and support the reliability team with characterization and failure analysis.

  • Lead validation strategy and execution for optical engines and fiber optic transceivers used in AI systems.
  • Build reusable automated optical test frameworks, software, and data analysis tools across teams.
  • Develop and execute test plans for EVT, DVT, and reliability support.
  • Characterize and validate key metrics including Tx/Rx performance, BER, eye quality, TDECQ, sensitivity, optical power, wavelength stability, thermal performance, and power.
  • Drive root-cause debug across optics, high-speed electrical interfaces, firmware, and test infrastructure.
  • Partner with design, systems, manufacturing, and reliability teams to improve validation coverage and design-for-test.
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