Senior DFT Engineer

1 Month ago • 3-5 Years • Research & Development • $136,000 PA - $264,500 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior DFT Engineer at NVIDIA, you will be responsible for implementing state-of-the-art designs in test access mechanisms, IO BIST, memory BIST, and scan compression. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy DFT methodologies for next-generation products. Responsibilities include defining scan test plans, BIST, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation. You will also perform verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex designs, collaborate with RTL & clocks design, STA, place-n-route, and power teams, and mentor junior engineers. Experience with silicon debug and ATE is crucial. This role demands strong programming skills (Perl, Python, or Tcl) and excellent communication skills.
Must have:
  • BSEE/MSEE/PhD in DFT or related field
  • 5+ years experience (BSEE) or 3+ years (MSEE)
  • DFT architecture, verification, post-silicon validation expertise
  • Scan test plans, BIST (memory & IO), fault modeling, ATPG, fault simulation knowledge
  • Experience with vendor tools for verification and validation
  • Silicon debug and ATE experience
  • Strong programming skills (Perl, Python, or Tcl)
Good to have:
  • Cross-functional experience (RTL, clocks, STA, place-n-route, power)
Perks:
  • Highly competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Equity

Job Details

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work , to amplify human imagination and intelligence.  Make the choice to join us today.

 

Design-for-Test Engineering at NVIDIA works on groundbreaking innovations involving crafting creative solutions for DFT architecture, verification and post-silicon validation on some of the industry's most complex semiconductor chips.

What you'll be doing:

  • As a member in our team, you will own and work with cross functional teams, implementing state-of-the-art designs in test access mechanisms, IO BIST, memory BIST and scan compression.

  • In addition, you will help develop and deploy DFT methodologies for our next generation products.

  • You will also help mentor junior engineers on test designs and trade-offs including cost and quality.

What we need to see:

  • BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 5+, MSEE with 3+ years of experience or PhD in DFT or related domains

  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG and fault simulation

  • Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex and multi-million gate designs using vendor tools

  • Good exposure to cross functional areas including RTL & clocks design, STA, place-n-route and power, to ensure we are making the right trade-offs

  • Experience in Silicon debug and bring-up on the ATE with an understanding of pattern formats, failure processing, and test program development

  • Strong programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python or Tcl desired

  • Extraordinary written and oral communication skills with the curiosity to work on rare challenges

NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most brilliant and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our world-class engineering teams are growing fast. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with real passion for technology, we want to hear from you!

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The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 264,500 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Since its founding in 1993, NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a pioneer in accelerated computing. The company’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined computer graphics, ignited the era of modern AI and is fueling the creation of the metaverse. NVIDIA is now a full-stack computing company with data-center-scale offerings that are reshaping industry.

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