DFT Methodology Engineer

Job Title

DFT Methodology Engineer

Role Summary

Responsible for developing and deploying design-for-test (DFT) methodologies and architecture for NVIDIA SoCs. Work with cross-functional teams to implement test access mechanisms, memory BIST, scan and memory dump, and support verification and post-silicon validation.

Lead methodology for RTL design, verification, pattern generation, and partner with timing, physical design, software, bring-up, and production teams to ensure producible, testable designs.

Experience Level

Senior — 10+ years hands-on experience in SoC architecture, RTL design, and verification.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and implement test access mechanisms and DFT features (e.g., IEEE 1149.1, IEEE 1500, IEEE 1687, 1838, memory BIST, scan and memory dump, DFX security).
• Architect, develop, and deploy DFT methodologies across RTL, verification, pattern generation, and validation flows for next-generation products.
• Collaborate with timing, physical design, software, bring-up, and production teams to balance testability, performance, and cost.
• Support verification and post-silicon validation, including pattern generation, failure analysis, and validation on ATE.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers on test design trade-offs and quality decisions.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in SoC architecture, RTL design, and verification.
• Strong analytical skills for verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex, multi-million-gate designs using vendor tools.
• Exposure to RTL and clock design, static timing analysis (STA), place-and-route, and power considerations.
• Experience with silicon debug and bring-up on ATE, including pattern formats, failure processing, and test program development.
• Exceptional written and oral communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of DFT security and hardware system security.

Education Requirements

Master’s degree (or equivalent practical experience) in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.