DFT Engineer

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$116,000–$189,750 / yr
Posted
78 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · DFT Engineer

The DFT Engineer - New College Grad joins a multifaceted hardware team focused on crafting creative solutions for DFT architecture, verification, and post-silicon validation on sophisticated semiconductor chips. In this technical role, you will manage end-to-end DFT from methodology to deployment and post-silicon lifecycle support while partnering with EDA tool vendors and internal CAD teams to drive automation efficiency. You will also collaborate with VLSI and Operations teams to deliver scan features across all product segments. Key responsibilities include defining scan test plans, BIST for memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation. Required skills include experience in RTL, clocks design, STA, place-n-route, power, and silicon debug on ATE. Preferred technical skills include programming and scripting in Perl, Python, or Tcl to support multi-million gate designs.

What you'll do

  • Execute end-to-end DFT for sophisticated chips from methodology development to post-silicon lifecycle support.
  • Partner with EDA tool vendors to develop new capabilities that meet specific hardware requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal CAD teams to drive efficiency through automated workflows.
  • Deliver scan features across all product segments in coordination with VLSI and Operations teams.
  • Mentor junior engineers on test designs, cost trade-offs, and quality standards.
  • Define scan test plans, BIST for memories and IOs, fault modeling, and ATPG.
  • Verify and validate test patterns and logic on multi-million gate designs using vendor tools.
  • Perform silicon debug and bring-up on ATE including pattern formats and test program development.

What we're looking for

  • Pursuing a Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent experience is required.
  • Knowledge of scan test plans, BIST for memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation is required.
  • Analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on multi-million gate designs are required.
  • Experience with RTL, clock design, STA, place-and-route, and power management is required.
  • Experience in silicon debug and bring-up on ATE with knowledge of pattern formats and failure processing is required.
  • Proficiency in developing test programs and understanding of test program development is required.
  • Strong programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python, or Tcl are desired.

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