Sr Staff Engineer

Job Title

Sr Staff Engineer

Role Summary

Senior DFT engineer responsible for defining and deploying design-for-test architecture and flows for complex SoCs. The role leads development of ATPG, MBIST, LBIST and analog test solutions and ensures testability and manufacturing efficiency across the silicon development lifecycle.

Experience Level

Senior — typically 8–12 years of hands-on DFT experience with leadership of DFT teams on SoCs.

Responsibilities

Key day-to-day and project responsibilities.

• Define and deploy DFT architecture for chips, including ATPG, MBIST, LBIST and analog test solutions.
• Develop and validate test patterns, focusing on reducing test time and improving manufacturing throughput.
• Lead scan insertion and integration of DFT features into the design flow.
• Design, implement and maintain repeatable DFT flows and reusable test IP.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to capture and integrate test requirements throughout the silicon lifecycle.
• Analyze test performance data and iterate on test strategies to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Document DFT specifications, standards and reuse strategies for future projects.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements in all activities.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience.

• 8–12 years of hands-on DFT experience with demonstrated leadership on SoC projects.
• Expertise in test pattern generation, ATPG, MBIST, LBIST, analog test development and scan insertion.
• Proven track record of optimizing test time and manufacturing test strategies.
• Experience designing and delivering repeatable DFT flows and reusable test IP.
• Proficiency with EDA tools such as Synopsys, Cadence and Mentor Graphics.
• Scripting proficiency (Python, Perl, TCL) for automation and flow integration.
• Strong analytical, organizational, leadership and communication skills.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.