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Principal DFT Engineer

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Lead full-chip DFT architecture and implementation including scan, compression, MBIST/BIST, ATPG vector generation, gate-level verification, and silicon debug. Collaborate with STA, physical design, memory compiler, and test teams to ensure production-ready silicon with high test coverage and diagnostic capability, and support bring-up and debug on silicon.
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We’re looking for an experienced DFT Engineer to lead full-chip test architecture, from scan and compression logic to MBIST and silicon debug. You’ll collaborate across STA, physical design, memory, and test teams to deliver production-ready silicon with world-class test coverage and diagnostic capability.
Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop, architect and implement comprehensive DFT structures tailored to specific design requirements, including full-scan, boundary scan, and memory test strategies.

  • Design and implement robust DFT infrastructure, including scan chains, compression logic, MBIST, BIST, JTAG, and other test mechanisms.

  • Generate high-quality ATPG test vectors for logic and memory, and analyze DFT coverage to ensure thorough fault detection and diagnostic capability.

  • Perform MBIST verification including simulation of memory test algorithms, fault modeling, and debug of failing patterns.

  • Verify test patterns using gate-level simulations to identify and address functional or timing-related issues.

  • Collaborate closely with STA, physical design, power, and memory compiler teams to debug and resolve DFT/MBIST-related challenges.

  • Work in partnership with test engineers to bring up scan and MBIST vectors on silicon, support silicon debug, and ensure successful production testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of industry standards and best practices in DFT, ATPG, JTAG, and MBIST.

  • Proven experience in developing DFT specifications and architectures for complex designs.

  • Expertise in debugging DFT issues, including ATPG patterns, MBIST implementations, coverage analysis, and more.

  • Proficiency in Cadence tools like Modus and Genus for DFT implementation, vector generation, and verification.

  • Ability to conduct experiments during silicon debug, effectively gather and analyze data to identify root causes.

  • Efficient scripting skills using TCL for automating tasks and developing custom flows.

Candidates must reside in the Bay Area and be available for occasional in-person collaboration, with plans to establish a local office in the future. Occasional travel to other company locations may be required.

The target base salary range for this position is $160,000–$300,000 annually, with actual compensation determined by level, experience, and qualifications. Total compensation includes stock options and a generous benefits package.

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