Senior DFT Engineer
NVIDIA AI · Santa Clara, CA · Today
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a world-class team and make a significant impact in the semiconductor industry!
Responsibilities
- Design and roll out advanced test methodologies on NVIDIA’s next-generation silicon platforms.
- Own and work with cross-functional teams to implement the latest in test access mechanisms, IO BIST, memory BIST, and scan compression.
- Collaborate closely with VLSI and Product Engineering groups to design innovative DFT approaches that advance silicon test technology.
- Lead end-to-end planning and timely execution of NVIDIA's new chip bring-up efforts, from pre-silicon through production deployment.
- Develop and standardize methodologies, processes, and workflows for silicon bring-up, crafting reusable checklists and playbooks.
- Improve cross-team communication, work, and handoffs.
- Guide and mentor junior engineers, helping them navigate complex build trade-offs to achieve world-class quality and efficiency.
Requirements
- BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years, MSEE with 3+ years, or PhD in DFT or related domains.
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation.
- Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex and multi-million gate builds using vendor tools.
- Experience in silicon debug and bring-up with an understanding of pattern formats, failure processing, and test program development.
- Strong programming and scripting skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the curiosity to work on rare challenges.
Qualifications
- Deep understanding of DFT architecture.
- Direct bring-up experience on GPU/SoC.
- Hands-on validation skills with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and lab debugging.
- Understanding of fault models, DPPM, quality metrics, RAS.
- Knowledge of InSystem Test methodologies, PVT dependencies and VF characterization.
- Established proficiency in operating within collaborative, multi-functional environments.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Proficiency in relevant software tools and technologies.
Benefits
- Base salary range: $136,000 - $218,500 for Level 3, and $168,000 - $264,500 for Level 4.
- Eligibility for equity and benefits.
Pay
- Base salary determined based on location, experience, and comparable positions.
Schedule
- Full-time position.