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DFT Design Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boxborough, Massachusetts, United States)
Worldwide
Level - Mid-Career

Role Summary

The DFT Design Engineer role involves managing the entire DFT lifecycle, ensuring test solutions are implemented effectively from specification definition to post-silicon bring-up. The engineer will work closely with various teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

Experience Level

This position is suited for candidates with a strong background in Design-for-Test methodologies and a proven ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities include:

  • Implementing and verifying DFT and Design-for-Debug (DFD) architectures.
  • Inserting Scan, JTAG, and Boundary Scan chains; generating ATPG patterns.
  • Generating, implementing, and verifying Memory Built-In Self-Test (BIST) logic.
  • Applying low power DFT techniques to designs.
  • Aching DFT timing closure and verifying ATPG patterns through gate-level simulation.
  • Analyzing test coverage and reducing test costs.
  • Providing post-silicon support to ensure successful bring-up and improving yield learning.

Requirements

Candidates should possess:

  • Strong understanding of Design For Test methodologies and DFT verification standards.
  • Experience with Tessent TestKompress and Silicon Scan Network.
  • Proficiency in VCS simulation tools, Perl/Shell scripting, and Verilog RTL design.
  • Exposure to static timing analysis processes.
  • Experience in pre-silicon test planning and engagement with design teams.
  • Strong analytical skills to enhance test coverage and yield.
  • Effective communication skills for teamwork across global teams.
  • Knowledge of low power design concepts is a plus.

Education Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.