Principal DFT Engineer
SambaNova· Hardware
Hybrid (Austin, San Jose)$180k - $255kFull-timePosted 2mo ago
About the role
SambaNova is hiring a Principal Design for Test (DFT) Engineer to lead DFT architecture, verification, ATPG, MBIST, and silicon bring-up for high-performance RDU-based ML/AI chips and related SoCs. The role is hands-on with cross-functional collaboration, focusing on DFT timing closure, production-pattern generation, and test infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Define & implement block-level and SoC-level DFT architecture for large, hierarchical SoCs
- Develop and maintain ATPG flows for stuck-at, at-speed and advanced fault models
- Develop scripts and automation for DFT insertion, ATPG, coverage analysis, pattern generation, and debug
- Develop and maintain JTAG, IEEE 1500, and IEEE 1687/IJTAG infrastructure for internal test and debug access
- Generate production-quality ATPG and MBIST patterns and support deployment to ATE
- Work closely with STA and Physical Design teams on DFT timing closure
- Support silicon diagnosis, failure localization, yield analysis, and manufacturing test optimization
Qualifications
- B.S. in computer science, computer engineering, or related field
- 10+ years relevant industry experience
- Deep understanding of scan insertion, scan compression, ATPG, MBIST, JTAG, and hierarchical DFT
- Hands-on experience with Siemens Tessent tool flow (preferred) or equivalent industry standard DFT tools
- Familiarity with cell-aware ATPG, small-delay defects, IEEE 1500, IEEE 1687/IJTAG, and low-power DFT is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of advanced ATPG, silicon diagnosis, and failure localization methodologies
- Experience with STA constraints & analysis for DFT modes & SDF simulations
- Working knowledge of Verilog/System-Verilog simulators & waveform debugging
Skills
Required:DFT architectureATPGMBISTJTAG/IEEE 1500/1687Silicon bring-up
Benefits
- Base Salary Range: $180,000—$255,000 USD
- Competitive total rewards package including equity and benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurances; FSA/HSA options)
- Well-being and lifestyle benefits (Headspace, Gympass+, One Medical, EAP, counseling)
Last updated Sep 13, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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