Lead DFT Engineer

Company Overview

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is a leader in high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization technologies. Our innovations drive the future of tech in data centers, gaming, and more.

Role Summary

The Lead DFT Engineer will join our Test Development team, focusing on ensuring quality for advanced MPSoC designs at 7nm and beyond. The engineer will take on a pivotal role in testing, validating, and delivering complex silicon products across various market segments.

Experience Level

Level - Senior

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RTL design teams to ensure proper insertion of DFT architectures within SoC and IP designs.
• Develop and verify robust DFT schemes, handling digital logic testing using various fault models.
• Lead the debugging process for DFT-related issues on both bench and ATE, driving root-cause analysis.
• Work closely with NPI, Test Engineering, and Product teams to produce high-quality test content on schedule.
• Implement cost-effective test strategies with built-in diagnostic capabilities to optimize methodologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by mentoring colleagues and sharing effective practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficient in RTL design using Verilog with practical experience in simulation and synthesis.
• Hands-on experience in DFT architecture and implementation at both the IP and SoC levels, using tools for fault models.
• Familiarity with MBIST architecture and ATE-based validation processes is preferred.
• Comfortable working within Linux environments and proficient in scripting languages such as Perl, Tcl, or Python.

Education Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field is recommended, with emphasis on digital design and test methodologies. Relevant certifications in DFT tools would be advantageous.