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Embedded Software Engineering Manager (System Test, North Reading)

Teradyne

North Reading, MA · HybridJob$180–288K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$180–288K/yr
Location
North Reading, MAHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Teradyne’s Integrated System Test Software team seeks an Embedded Software Engineering Manager to lead engineers and contractors developing software for advanced semiconductor test platforms. The manager will provide technical and people leadership, guide technical direction, support team growth, and drive engineering execution. The role partners with hardware, product, and engineering leaders to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions and requires working from the North Reading office at least three days per week.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationTechnical LeadershipMentoringAgile Software DevelopmentCC++AI-Assisted Engineering ToolsPythonEmbedded Software EngineeringSoftware Engineering Management

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne (http://www.teradyne.com/) companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

The Teradyne IST (Integrated System Test) Software team is seeking a highly motivated and technically driven Embedded Software Engineering Manager to lead a team developing software for cutting-edge test platforms.

In this role, you will provide technical and people leadership for a growing team of software engineers and contractors. You will partner closely with hardware engineers and managers, product managers, and engineering leaders to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions used in advanced semiconductor test systems.

You will guide technical direction, support the professional growth of team members, drive engineering execution, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture. This is an opportunity for an experienced embedded software engineer or manager who is passionate about developing people, processes, and tools and is interested in growing as a leader.

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of software engineers and contractors, fostering collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

  • Guide software development activities for Linux-based embedded systems implemented primarily in C and C++.

  • Communicate project status, risks, dependencies, and technical challenges clearly to stakeholders and leadership.

  • Drive Agile development practices, including epic planning, sprint execution, release planning, and continuous improvement.

  • Improve software quality and team productivity through modern software development practices and AI-assisted engineering tools.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues, project status, and risks clearly to team members and stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated technical leadership through mentoring, project leadership, architecture ownership, or leading cross-functional initiatives.

  • Experience implementing Agile software development practices, including story planning, estimation, bug tracking, release planning, and sprint retrospectives.

  • Proficiency in C and C++ software development for embedded applications.

  • Availability to work from our North Reading, Massachusetts office a minimum of three days per week.

  • Experience applying AI-assisted tools to software engineering workflows.

  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python for automation.

  • Experience managing embedded software engineers.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $180,100 - $288,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.

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Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at [email protected] for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,176 open Software Engineering Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$180–288K/yr
  • Massachusetts median$143–250K/yr37 salary ranges
  • US median$143–262K/yr1,001 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $234K, is 23% above the Massachusetts median midpoint ($190K) — in the top quarter of Software Engineering Manager salary ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 39 open Software Engineering Manager jobs in Massachusetts and 1,176 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
Software Engineering Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 10 years (1,075 postings).
Education
423 of the 1,176 open Software Engineering Manager jobs (36%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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