mid software engineering Hardware Engineer ic 2-10 yrs · Posted Mar 16, 2026
Skills
Testing
AI Summary
Mid-level hardware engineer designing and implementing Design for Test (DFT) solutions for SoC/ASIC digital designs. Must have 2-10 years DFT experience including scan insertion, LBIST, MBIST, and ATPG. Requires US citizenship and ability to work independently on complex test coverage and failure analysis.

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US citizenship Required

  • Prior 2-10 years of professional experience in SoC/ASIC Digital Design with focus on Design for Test (DFT)

  • Should possess 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

  • Working knowledge of JTAG 1149.1/6, IEEE1500 and IEEE1687

  • Knowledge of timing analysis and equivalency checks would be added bonus

  • Ability to work in collaborative team environment

  • Prior experience with Cadence tools and flows is highly desirable

  • Should be able to finish DFT tasks independently

  • Strong problem-solving skills. Exhibit 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

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