What is an MTS engineer?

An MTS Engineer, or Member of Technical Staff Engineer, is a professional-level engineering position commonly found in technology companies, especially in the software, hardware, or semiconductor industries. MTS Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining products or systems, often working as part of a collaborative technical team. The 'Member of Technical Staff' title indicates a recognized level of expertise and contribution within a company's engineering organization, and may be followed by additional levels such as 'Senior MTS' or 'Principal MTS.'