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Senior Principal DFT Design Engineer

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

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

Requirements:

US citizenship preferred.

Prior 5-15 years of professional experience in SoC/ASIC Digital Design with a focus on Design for Test (DFT)

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 built‑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 of 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 an added bonus

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Prior experience with Cadence tools and flows is highly desirable

Ability to finish DFT tasks independently

Strong problem‑solving skills; exhibit discipline, thoroughness, and a methodical approach to 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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Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

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