DFT Design Engineer
Cadence · Austin, TX · 2 days ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a SoC/ASIC Digital Design Engineer with expertise in Design for Test (DFT).
Responsibilities
- Insertion and optimization of scan chains and compression scan technologies
- Experience with memory built-in self-test (MBIST) and automatic test pattern generation (ATPG)
- Systematic quality metrics driven ATPG pattern generation
- Hands-on knowledge of synthesis, verification, and debugging Verilog testbenches
- Experience with compression scan insertion, LBIST, and other scan technologies
- Intimate knowledge of memory build-in self-test (MBIST)
- Expertise in Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG) to achieve design test coverage goals
- Debug and analyze failures to improve fault coverage
- Verification of ATPG testbenches and debugging root cause of simulation mis-compares
- Working knowledge of JTAG 1149.1/6, IEEE1500 and IEEE1687
- Knowledge of timing analysis and equivalency checks (bonus)
Requirements
- Prior 2-10 years of professional experience in SoC/ASIC Digital Design with focus on Design for Test (DFT)
- Intimate knowledge of DFT insertion flows
- Basic scan chain insertion using synthesis or other software tools
- Experience in compression scan insertion, LBIST, and other scan technologies
- Intimate knowledge of memory build-in self-test (MBIST)
- Expertise in Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG) to achieve design test coverage goals
- Debug and Analysis of failures to improve fault coverage
- Verification of ATPG testbenches and debugging root cause of simulation mis-compares
Qualifications
- Working knowledge of JTAG 1149.1/6, IEEE1500 and IEEE1687
- Knowledge of timing analysis and equivalency checks (bonus)
Skills
- Collaborative team environment
- Cadence tools and flows experience (highly desirable)
- Independent task completion ability
- Problem-solving skills
- Discipline, thoroughness, and methodical approach in solving problems
- Ability to work with stakeholders across cross-functional teams – Architecture, Design, Internal and External Customers
- Self-driven and committed individual who can work in a fast-paced project environment
Benefits
Help us solve what others can't. We're doing work that matters.
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