Senior Staff DFT Engineer - NPU/AI Processor
QualcommJob Title
Senior Staff DFT Engineer - NPU/AI Processor
Role Summary
Design and deliver design-for-test (DFT) solutions for NPU/AI processor ASICs. Work on DFT architecture, test insertion, ATPG, coverage analysis and test verification to ensure production-ready silicon.
Experience Level
Senior-level; requires 11+ years of ASIC/DFT experience.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include:
- Define and implement DFT architectures and flows (scan insertion, ATPG, coverage).
- Develop and validate test vectors; perform transition-delay and coverage analysis.
- Specify test-mode timing constraints and provide timing fixes for violations.
- Perform equivalence checks and DFT rule checks using RTL lint and ATPG tools.
- Automate flows and tools using scripting (Perl, shell) and integrate with EDA flows.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams and manage multiple concurrent designs.
- Support silicon bring-up, debug test issues, and drive yield/testability improvements.
Requirements
Must-have skills and experience; nice-to-have items noted.
- Minimum 11+ years of ASIC/DFT experience.
- In-depth knowledge of DFT concepts and hands-on experience with scan insertion, ATPG and coverage analysis.
- Experience with transition-delay test coverage analysis and test-mode timing constraint definition.
- Experience simulating test vectors and performing equivalence checks and DFT DRCs.
- Proficient in scripting for automation (Perl, shell).
- Strong problem-solving, multitasking, communication, and teamwork skills; working proficiency in English.
- Ability to learn new tools and adapt to evolving methodologies in a dynamic environment.
- Nice-to-have: hands-on experience with Synopsys Genus, TetraMax/DFTMax, Cadence Encounter Test, Tessent or TetraMax.
Education Requirements
Not specified.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
