Senior DFT Engineer

1 month ago


Santa Clara, California, United States Nvidia Full time
Unlock the Power of Innovation at NVIDIA

NVIDIA is a pioneer in the field of computer graphics, gaming, and artificial intelligence. Our company has a rich history of innovation, and we're looking for talented engineers to join our team.

About the Role

We're seeking a Senior DFT Engineer to join our Design-for-Test Engineering team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing state-of-the-art test access mechanisms, BIST, and scan compression for our complex semiconductor chips.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement test access mechanisms, BIST, and scan compression for our chips
  • Develop and deploy DFT methodologies for our next-generation products
  • Mentor junior engineers on test designs and trade-offs, including cost and quality
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of test designs
Requirements
  • BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years of experience, or MSEE with 3+ years of experience, or PhD in DFT or related domains
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in defining scan test plans, BIST, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation
  • Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex designs
  • Good exposure to cross-functional areas, including RTL & clocks design, STA, place-n-route, and power
  • 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
What We Offer

NVIDIA offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We're a company that values diversity and inclusion, and we're committed to creating a work environment that's welcoming and inclusive for all employees.

We're a company that's passionate about innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. If you're a talented engineer with a passion for technology, we want to hear from you.



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