Job Title : Senior DFT Architect
Bangalore, ASIC / SoC Design
We are seeking an experienced technical leader to drive DFT architecture and planning across complex SoC / ASIC designs.
Key Responsibilities :
- DFT Strategy and Architecture : Define and drive DFT strategy and architecture for multiple ASIC / SoC projects.
- Implement DFT Features : Implement and verify DFT features like scan insertion and compression, ATPG pattern generation and fault grading, MBIST and Logic BIST insertion and validation, boundary scan, IJTAG.
- Manage End-to-End Flow : Manage end-to-end DFT flow from RTL to gate-level netlist and silicon bring-up.
- Team Collaboration : Collaborate with RTL, STA, PD, and test engineering teams for seamless integration.
- Pattern Generation and Debug : Perform pattern generation, fault simulation, and debug test coverage gaps.
- Signoff and Timing Closure : Own DFT signoff, timing closure, and ATE pattern delivery.
- Silicon Bring-Up and Test Vector Validation : Support silicon bring-up, test vector validation on ATE, and yield optimization.
- Mentorship and Automation : Mentor junior DFT engineers, conduct design reviews and training sessions. Develop and maintain DFT automation scripts and infrastructure.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
B.E. / B.Tech or M.E. / M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, or VLSI Design.7+ years of experience in DFT for complex ASIC or SoC designs.Expertise in scan insertion, compression, ATPG, MBIST, and boundary scan.Hands-on experience with DFT tools Synopsys : DFT Compiler, TetraMAX, TestMAX, Siemens EDA : Tessent ScanPro, MBIST, IJTAG, Cadence / others : Modus, Encounter Test.Strong knowledge of RTL design, STA, and synthesis flows.Proficient in scripting languages Python, Perl, Tcl for flow automation.Deep understanding of silicon test challenges and test coverage improvement.Strong leadership, team collaboration, and communication skills.