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DFT Engineer
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69 days ago
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DFT Engineer
Niobium
DFT Engineer (Senior / Staff) At Niobium Microsystems, we develop high performance microelectronic products to enable the secure collection, processing, and distribution of critical data. We are a trusted partner for DoD and commercial customers whose solutions require lower power, higher efficiency, and proven security. Founded as a 2021 spinout from a world-class security and computing systems R&D company, our team combines decades of experience in advanced semiconductor design with experience in advanced cryptography. Niobium is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio with additional locations in Portland, Oregon; and Columbus, Ohio. We will not be limited by geography for the right candidate. POSITION DESCRIPTION / Niobium Microsystems is seeking a Senior / Staff DFT Engineer with 8+ years of relevant industry experience. This role will serve as a technical lead responsible for defining and executing Design-for-Test (DFT) strategy across complex SoC designs. As a DFT Engineer, you will own the full test insertion flow from early architecture through post-silicon validation. You will collaborate closely with RTL, physical design, and test engineering teams to ensure high fault coverage, manufacturability, and first-pass silicon success. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES / Primary Responsibilities: - Overview - Own and drive end-to-end DFT strategy for complex SoCs, from architecture through silicon bring-up - Serve as DFT lead for major subsystems or full-chip execution - DFT Architecture & Planning - Define and implement DFT architecture including scan, compression, and MBIS - Establish DFT insertion strategies at RTL and/or netlist stages - Implementation & Integration - Drive scan chain stitching, compression insertion, and clock/reset domain handling - Integrate DFT features across subsystems including SRAM, register files, and mixed-signal blocks - Collaborate with physical design to meet timing, routing, and signoff requirements - Verification & Coverage Closure - Execute ATPG and fault simulation to achieve high fault coverage targets - Develop and validate test patterns for scan, BIST, and low-power modes - Track and drive DFT sign off criteria including coverage, waivers, and escape analysis - ATE & Post-Silicon Bring-Up - Partner with test engineering to translate patterns to ATE platforms - Support silicon bring-up, debug failing patterns, and perform yield analysis - Conduct shmoo analysis and root-cause failures - Leadership & Methodology - Drive DFT methodology improvements, automation, and flow optimization - Develop scripts and infrastructure for scalable DFT flows - Represent DFT in cross-functional reviews and program milestones DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE / - Required Experience - B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field - 8+ years of hands-on DFT experience in ASIC or SoC design - Strong expertise in scan architecture, ATPG, compression techniques, and MBIST - Experience driving DFT from RTL through GDSII, including physical design collaboration - Hands-on experience with ATE bring-up and post-silicon debug - Proficiency in scripting (Tcl, Python) for automation and flow development - Technical Experience - DFT tools such as Siemens Tessent, Synopsys TestMAX, or equivalent - Familiarity with RTL design and simulation tools (Verilog/SystemVerilog, VCS, Xcelium) - Experience with large-scale SoC integration and multi-clock/multi-power domains - Strong understanding of DFT timing, physical constraints, and signoff requirements - Experience working with ATE platforms such as Advantest or Teradyne is a plus BENEFITS / - Competitive salaries - Employer paid health care - Employer contribution to health savings account - Flexible time off - Flexible work location with remote options - Location Preferences: Portland, OR;Columbus, OH; Dayton, OH; Fayetteville, AR; or San Francisco, CA - 401K employer match CONTACT / careers@niobiummicrosystems.com 444 E 2nd Street, Suite 250, Dayton, OH 45402 niobiummicrosystems.com Location Remote (Remote) Department Engineering Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Mid-level
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