mid software engineering Hardware Engineer ic · Posted Jun 22, 2026
Skills
Testing

About this role

Cadence Design Systems is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Austin, TX. The posting calls out experience with Testing.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Austin, TX
Posted
Jun 22, 2026

Job description

from Cadence Design Systems careers

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

US citizenship Required

We are looking for SoC/ASIC Digital Design Engineer with experience in Design for Test (DFT). An intimate knowledge and experience in scan chain insertion, compression scan technologies, memory built-in self-test (MBIST) and automatic test pattern generation (ATPG) is required for this position. Should follow systematic quality metrics driven ATPG pattern generation. It is highly desirable for candidate to possess hands-on knowledge of synthesis, verification and debugging Verilog testbenches.

Requirements;

  • 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

  • US citizenship Required

  • 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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