Senior DFT Engineer

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Description For Senior DFT Engineer

As a Senior DFT Engineer at Qualcomm, you will be part of the Hardware Engineering team, focusing on Design for Testability (DFT) for ASICs. You'll be responsible for planning, designing, optimizing, verifying, and testing electronic systems, with a specific focus on DFT concepts and methodologies.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Implementing DFT concepts such as scan insertion, ATPG, and coverage analysis
  • Defining test mode timing constraints and providing timing fixes
  • Scripting in languages like Perl and shell
  • Simulating test vectors and performing equivalence checks
  • Working with DFT DRC rules in RTL lint tools and ATPG tools

You'll be part of an international team in a dynamic environment, requiring excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. The role demands the ability to multitask, work on high-priority designs in parallel, and adapt to new tools and methodologies.

Qualcomm offers a world-class benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, wealth-building programs, and resources for emotional/mental strength and wellbeing. The company fosters a supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas can contribute to world-changing innovations and breakthrough technologies.

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Responsibilities For Senior DFT Engineer

  • Plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems
  • Implement DFT concepts including scan insertion, ATPG, and coverage analysis
  • Define test mode timing constraints and provide timing fixes
  • Develop scripts using languages like Perl and shell
  • Simulate test vectors and perform equivalence checks
  • Work with DFT DRC rules in RTL lint tools and ATPG tools
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet performance requirements
  • Adapt to new tools and methodologies in the field of DFT
  • Manage multiple high-priority designs in parallel

Requirements For Senior DFT Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience
  • OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience
  • OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field
  • 2-5 years experience in the area of ASIC/DFT
  • In-depth knowledge of DFT concepts
  • Hands-on experience in scan insertion, ATPG, coverage analysis, Transition delay test coverage analysis
  • Expertise in test mode timing constraints definition
  • Expertise in scripting languages such as Perl, shell, etc.
  • Experience in simulating test vectors
  • Knowledge of equivalence check, DFT DRC rules in RTL lint tools and ATPG tools
  • Working experience in Synopsis TetraMax/DFTMax and Cadence Encounter Test is a plus
  • Ability to work in an international team, dynamic environment
  • Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies
  • Ability to do multi-tasking & work on several high priority designs in parallel
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication and team work skills
  • Good English language skills

Benefits For Senior DFT Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • World-class health benefit coverage for employees and eligible dependents
  • Financial programs to help build and prepare for a secure future
  • Self and family resources for emotional/mental strength and resilience
  • Wellbeing programs to support employees in living and working well
  • Continuous learning and development programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mentorship opportunities

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