Staff DFT Design Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: Key Responsibilities DFT Architecture & Strategy Leadership Define end-to-end DFT architecture and strategy for complex FPGA designs and platforms Drive DFT requirements at architecture and RTL definition stages, influencing design trade-offs early Own DFT methodology evolution, including scalability, reuse, and long-term roadmap alignment Lead design reviews and collaborate with stakeholders to drive closure Advanced DFT Implementation & Sign-Off Provide hands-on leadership for complex DFT implementations, including but not limited to Scan Architecture, Scan Insertion, ATPG pattern generation and coverage analysis, Cell-Aware, Power Aware, Memory BIST and Repair, Streaming Scan Network (SSN), ICL extraction & PDL retargeting, etc. Strong knowledge on industrial test standards IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) and/or IEEE 1687 (IJTAG) Drive DFT sign-off quality using tools such as SpyGlassDFT or equivalent Resolve complex testability, clocking, and reset challenges across large designs Timing, Physical Design & Power Define and review DFT-related timing constraints across multiple clock domains Partner with front end & physical design teams to achieve timing closure for scan and test logic Address congestion, clock integrity, and DFT test-mode issues Lead DFT improvement strategies in timing & power optimization strategies and low-power DFT solutions Post-Silicon, Yield & Manufacturing Excellence Lead DFT design to collaborate with post-silicon team on silicon power on, debug, failure analysis, yield improvement initiatives using silicon learning and test data Support the initiatives of test cost optimization, coverage improvement, and DFT test hole reduction from system to tester Collaborate deeply with Test Engineering and ATE teams, influencing tester strategies, test hardware design and flows Functional Safety & Quality Familiar with industrial Functional Safety standards to provide leadership in Functional Safety design related DFT strategies Define & drive the DFT implementation to support diagnostic coverage, safety mechanisms, and compliance goals Review and guide safety-related test concepts and documentation Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and guide Senior and Junior DFT engineers Set technical standards, review implementations, and raise overall DFT quality Act as a go-to expert for complex DFT and testability issues across teams Influence stakeholders across design, validation, manufacturing, and program management Qualifications: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related field 10 years of industry experience in DFT design, with significant hands-on ownership Strong experience in DFT methodology, architecture & design in custom design blocks & PNR flows Proven ability to drive collaboration across architecture, RTL, PD, test, and manufacturing teams Strong Verilog and/or SystemVerilog proficiency Excellent technical communication and decision-making skills Good debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills Proven track record in driving AI or LLM to simplify or enhance DFT implementations in FPGA or SOC design Preferred / Differentiating Qualifications Demonstrated leadership in DFT architecture definition for large or complex FPGA & SOC designs Strong experience with post-silicon debug, yield ramp, and production issues Hands-on exposure to industrial ATE platforms and tester limitations Hands-on experience in DFT design verification is a plus Experience driving DFT methodologies, flow development, or infrastructure improvements Expertise in low-power DFT and test power management Scripting and automation skills (Python, Tcl, Perl) Experience influencing multi-site or global teams Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (Malaysia) Primary Location: Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. 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