8 Dft Techniques Jobs

At Cadence, we are constantly seeking talented and motivated individuals to join our team and contribute to the ever-evolving world of technology. As part of the Modus R&D team at Cadence Design Systems, we are currently looking for an engineer who is passionate about validating and supporting Design-for-test (DFT) technologies. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in DFT/ATPG/ASIC Design flows, along with a solid understanding of RTL Verilog/VHDL coding styles and Synthesis. In this role, you will be responsible for working on complex problems that require innovative thinking and collaborating with various teams to propose out-of-box solutions focusing on robustness, PPA, and scalability. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential as you will be required to interface with Product Engineers (PEs) and R&D, with occasional direct customer support responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: - Validate and support DFT technologies such as 1500 Wrapper, Compression, RTL DFT, Low Pin Count Test, Hierarchical Test, LBIST, etc., using Cadence Synthesis tool Genus and ATPG using Cadence Test tool Modus on both in-house and customer designs. - Develop testplans for verifying new features, create and execute test cases, and report bugs/enhancements in tools. - Collaborate with R&D and Product Engineering teams to review feature specifications, testplans, and customer issues. - Debug customer-reported issues and propose/implement solutions to address them effectively. Requirements: - B.E/B.Tech with 2+ years or M.E/MTech in Electronics/Electrical engineering. - Proficiency in Digital electronics and Verilog. - Strong understanding of DFT techniques and methodologies. - Familiarity with Test standards like 1149.1, 1500, 1687 is a plus. - Experience with Cadence Test or other Test tools is preferred. Join us in our mission to tackle challenges that others can't. Your contributions will make a difference in shaping the future of technology.,

As a member of the Radeon Technologies Group, you will help bring to life cutting-edge designs. As a member of the front-end design/integration team, you will work closely with the architecture, IP design, Physical Design teams, and product engineers to achieve first pass silicon success. THE PERSON: A successful candidate will work with senior silicon design engineers. The candidate will be highly accurate and detail-oriented, possessing good communication and problem-solving skills. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES: SoC Design and Microarchitecture Lead Translate high level SoC architecture to microarchitecture details to help SoC implementation and verification Expertise in SoC Chip Pervasive Logic Clock, Reset and Power microarchitecture and design Expertise in SoC Low Power Design Handling voltage and clock domain crossings, Power Gating and Retention, Power States Expertise in industry standard bus protocols - AMBA Understanding of SoC Architecture, Boot flows, Chip initialization, Fuse distribution, power sequence, reset sequence, clock sequence Understanding of SoC RTL Integration Understanding of SoC implementation flows Synthesis and Physical Design ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors orMastersdegree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering

As a member of the Strategic Silicon Solutions (S3) Business Unit within AMD, your execution will help bring to life customers Special requirements for designs to be used in a broad range of products, from tablets to gaming consoles to servers and more. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated DFT (Design for Testability) Lead to join our dynamic team, with a strong background in implementing and managing DFT methodologies. The DFT Lead will be responsible for leading a team of engineers to develop and execute DFT strategies that ensure the highest level of product quality and reliability. Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of advanced DFT architectures and methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, verification, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration of DFT features. Develop and optimize test plans for various stages of silicon validation. Drive the adoption of state-of-the-art DFT tools and techniques to improve test coverage and efficiency. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior DFT engineers. Analyze test data to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for DFT. Stay updated with the latest advancements in DFT technology and integrate relevant innovations into current projects. Qualifications Extensive knowledge of DFT techniques including scan insertion, BIST, JTAG, and boundary scan. Proficiency in DFT tools such as Mentor Graphics Tessent, Synopsys DFTMAX, and Cadence Encounter Test. Strong understanding of DFX design and verification processes. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Exceptional leadership and team management abilities. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor s or Master s degree in related discipline preferred with 15+Yrs of exp

Are you seeking an exciting career opportunity at one of the world's leading semiconductor companies Texas Instruments (TI) is inviting applications for the position of Senior Analog Design Engineer. As part of a dedicated team of engineers, you will be involved in developing highly complex mixed signal devices for audio applications, showcasing industry-leading performance. This role offers a unique chance to join an established team that is continuously seeking growth opportunities. You will collaborate with top-tier customers globally and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions in consumer electronics, industrial, and automotive markets. As a prospective candidate, you should hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate will possess 4-10 years of relevant experience in the field. In this role, you can look forward to collaborating with industry experts, enhancing your ability to work in a technically challenging, fast-paced environment, and contributing to innovative semiconductor technology. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge analog and power semiconductor processes, interact with various facilities, and gain insights into product development processes. Your responsibilities will include contributing to core-technology development, defining circuit architectures, developing design schematics, and engaging in design verification. You will take ownership of complex analog circuit design activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive new design methodologies where needed. Preferred qualifications for this role include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Experience in silicon debug, EM and thermal analysis, EMI and EMC aware designs, and signal processing would be advantageous. If you are looking to further your career in analog design engineering and contribute to the development of innovative semiconductor solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Texas Instruments (TI).,

You will be part of Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company, founded based on research conducted at Stanford University. Kinara's game-changing AI solutions aim to revolutionize what individuals and businesses can accomplish. Their Ara inference processors, combined with an innovative SDK, offer unparalleled deep learning performance at the edge. This enables the acceleration and optimization of real-time decision-making, emphasizing the importance of speed and power efficiency. By embedding high-performance AI into edge devices, Kinara contributes to creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. As the field of Edge AI is on the verge of a significant growth phase, Kinara is poised to play a pivotal role in this evolution. Your responsibilities will include the physical design of complex data path and control blocks, development of new techniques and flows for rapid hardware prototyping, creation of flows enabling detailed power estimation, collaboration with the design team to understand placement and recommend implementation options, as well as engagement with external teams to drive and deliver subsystems leading to chip tapeout. Preferred qualifications for this role include a BTech/MTech degree in EE/CS with at least 8 years of experience in Physical Design. You should possess extensive knowledge of Automated synthesis, Technology mapping, Place-and-Route, and Layout techniques, along with skills in Physical verification and quality checks such as LVS, DRC, IR drop, Clock tree synthesis, Power mesh design, and Signal integrity. Familiarity with the latest foundry nodes up to 7nm is desirable, as well as hands-on experience with various design aspects including Synthesis, Place-and-route, Full Chip STA, IO Planning, Floorplan, Power Mesh creation, Bump Planning, RDL Routing, and Low power design flows. Strong expertise in advanced digital design architectures and clocking structures is essential to manage timing and physical design constraints effectively. Furthermore, you should be able to collaborate with designers to analyze and explore physical implementation options for complex designs, possess basic knowledge of DFT techniques, and be familiar with industry-standard PnR, Synthesis, and TCL Scripting tools. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are also crucial. At Kinara, the work culture is centered around fostering innovation. The environment encourages professionals to tackle exciting challenges under the guidance of technology experts and mentors. The company values diverse perspectives and shared responsibilities, creating a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere where every individual's input is respected and appreciated. If you are passionate about making an impact and are eager to take on rewarding challenges, Kinara awaits your application eagerly. Join Kinara and be a part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Your unique skills and experiences will contribute to shaping the future of AI solutions and advancing the field of Edge AI. Share your story with us, and let's work together to create a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world.,

You should hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or possess equivalent practical experience. Additionally, you should have at least 5 years of experience in Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design for test, encompassing the silicon life cycle through DFT pattern bring-up on Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and manufacturing. It is crucial to have familiarity with ATPG, Low Value (LV), Built-in self-test (BIST), or Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) tool and flow. Ideally, you should also have experience with a programming language like Perl, along with expertise in Synthesis, Lint, Change Data Capture (CDC), Local Enhanced Content (LEC), DFT timing, and Static Timing Analysis (STA). Proficiency in performance design DFT techniques, understanding of the end-to-end flows in Design, Verification, DFT, and Partner Domains (PD), and the ability to scale DFT would be advantageous. As part of our dynamic team, you will be involved in developing custom silicon solutions that drive the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in the innovation of products that are cherished by millions globally. Your skills will influence the next wave of hardware experiences, delivering exceptional performance, efficiency, and integration. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team synergizes the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to craft profoundly beneficial experiences. We are dedicated to researching, designing, and advancing new technologies and hardware to enhance computing speed, seamlessness, and power, ultimately striving to enhance people's lives through technology. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with a team dedicated to Design for Testing (DFT) verification, Pattern generation, Standard Delay Format (SDF) simulations, Static Timing Analysis (STA) checks. You will be tasked with crafting Pattern delivery using Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG), engaging in Silicon bring-up, working on Yield, Vmin or Return Materials/Merchandise Authorization (RMA) debug, and delivering debug patterns while conducting Silicon data analysis.,

As a candidate for the role, you should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or have equivalent practical experience. Additionally, you need to have at least 5 years of experience in Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design for test, including managing the silicon life cycle through DFT pattern bring-up on Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and manufacturing. It is crucial that you have familiarity with ATPG, Low Value (LV), Built-in Self Test (BIST), or Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) tool and flow. Preferred qualifications for this position include proficiency in a programming language such as Perl, along with experience in Synthesis, Lint, Change Data Capture (CDC), Local Enhanced Content (LEC), DFT timing, and Static Timing Analysis (STA). An understanding of performance design DFT techniques, end-to-end flows in Design, Verification, DFT, and Partner Domains (PD), as well as the ability to scale DFT will be advantageous. Joining our team means being part of a group that continually pushes boundaries, focusing on developing custom silicon solutions that drive the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in the innovation that underpins products adored by millions globally. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the next wave of hardware experiences, delivering unmatched performance, efficiency, and integration. At Google, our mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our collaborative team leverages the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create exceptionally helpful experiences. We are dedicated to researching, designing, and developing new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful, ultimately aiming to enhance people's lives through technology. In this role, your responsibilities will include collaborating with a team focusing on Design for testing (DFT) verification, Pattern generation, Standard Delay Format (SDF) simulations, and Static Timing Analysis (STA) checks. You will be tasked with writing a Pattern delivery using Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG), contributing to Silicon bring-up, working on Yield, Vmin or Return Materials/Merchandise Authorization (RMA) debug, and delivering debug patterns, as well as performing Silicon data analysis.,

As a DFT Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Design for Test methodologies for complex VLSI designs. You will ensure the testability and manufacturability of our products by working closely with design, verification, and physical design teams, while employing state-of-the-art techniques to optimize coverage, cost, and performance. Responsibilities: 1. Develop and implement DFT architectures and strategies for complex SoC designs. 2. Insert and verify DFT features such as scan chains, Built-In Self-Test (BIST) for memory and logic, and boundary scan (IEEE 1149.1/1149.6). 3. Perform ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation) and analyze coverage metrics to ensure high fault coverage. 4. Collaborate with RTL designers to ensure seamless integration of DFT features into the design. 5. Debug and resolve test-related issues in simulation, silicon validation, and production. 6. Work closely with the physical design team to implement scan and clock constraints for timing closure. 7. Optimize test time, power, and cost without compromising coverage and quality. Participate in silicon bring-up and post-silicon validation activities. 8. Generate and maintain DFT documentation, including test plans, methodologies, and results. Requirements: 1. Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 2. 210 years of experience in DFT for VLSI designs. Strong knowledge of DFT methodologies, including scan insertion, BIST, and ATPG. 3. Experience with EDA tools such as Synopsys Tetramax/DFTMax, Cadence Modus, or Mentor Tessent. Proficiency in 4. Verilog/SystemVerilog and scripting languages (Python, TCL, Perl). 5. Solid understanding of STA concepts and constraints related to DFT. 6. Experience in debugging silicon and ATE test patterns. Knowledge of test standards like IEEE 1149.x (JTAG) and 1500. 7. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience with low-power DFT techniques. 2. Familiarity with fault diagnosis and yield improvement methodologies. 3. Exposure to advanced nodes (7nm, 5nm, or below) and FinFET technologies. 4. Knowledge of machine learning or AI techniques for test optimization. 5. Hands-on experience with multi-core and hierarchical DFT architectures.