DFT Engineer

Role & responsibilities

About the Role

We are looking for a Lead DFT Engineer to drive Design-for-Test implementation for complex SoCs across advanced technology nodes. You will own DFT architecture, implementation, and sign-off with a strong focus on Scan Insertion, MBIST, and ATPG, enabling high-quality silicon with optimal test coverage.

What You'll Do

• Define and implement DFT architecture for complex SoCs and IPs.
• Drive Scan Insertion, scan compression, scan stitching, and scan verification.
• Develop and integrate MBIST solutions for embedded memories and memory repair flows.
• Generate and optimize ATPG patterns for stuck-at, transition, and advanced fault models.
• Perform DFT verification, coverage analysis, pattern validation, and debug.
• Collaborate with RTL, Physical Design, STA, and Test Engineering teams to achieve DFT closure.
• Drive DFT sign-off, improve test coverage, and optimize test time and silicon quality.
• Develop automation scripts to improve DFT productivity and flow efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• 612 years of hands-on experience in Design for Test (DFT).
• Strong expertise in Scan Insertion, scan compression, and scan architecture.
• Deep experience with MBIST implementation, integration, and verification.
• Strong knowledge of ATPG generation, fault simulation, and coverage optimization.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard DFT tools such as Siemens Tessent, Synopsys TestMAX/DFT Compiler, or equivalent.
• Understanding of JTAG/IEEE 1149.1, boundary scan, and IEEE 1500 standards.
• Experience with DFT validation, gate-level simulation, and scan debug.
• Proficiency in TCL, Python, or Perl scripting for flow automation.
• Excellent debugging, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred candidate profile