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Director, Production Test Operations Engineering

NVIDIA· Mgmt, Prod Test
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Santa Clara, CA$232k - $356.5kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Director of Production Test Operations leading teams and strategies to bring Co-Packaged Optics and Networking chip products from development into production, driving quality execution across US and APAC OSAT sites.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop teams of CPO and Networking Chip Equipment and Production Test engineers - setting direction, developing talent, and upholding quality and execution standards.
  • Define and lead the test manufacturing strategy, aligning processes and performance metrics with broader business and operational objectives.
  • Partner with technology teams, platform suppliers, hardware vendors, test engineering, and OSAT partners to ensure seamless test readiness and ramp execution.
  • Drive cross-team problem-solving to support high-volume production and resolve complex operational issues with speed and rigor.
  • Leverage test data and operational KPIs to identify trends, anticipate risk, lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure production runs smoothly.
  • Ensure all test operations meet internal standards, industry requirements, and best practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience); advanced degree preferred
  • 15+ overall years in test operations, including 6+ years leading senior technical teams in global organizations
  • Hands-on experience with SiPH, CPO platforms, and ATE/CPO hardware
  • Strong background in OSAT factory operations; direct factory experience preferred
  • Track record of building and growing high-performing teams in complex manufacturing environments
  • Clear, data-informed communication and decision-making

Skills

Required:Team leadershipTest manufacturing strategyCross-functional collaborationData-driven decision makingOSAT/factory operations

Benefits

  • Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Base salary range 232,000 USD - 356,500 USD.
  • Eligible for equity and benefits.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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