Principal DFT Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Wed, Jul 15, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Owning the DFT strategy for next-generation AI inference accelerators, the remote Principal DFT Engineer will define the DFT architecture, implement hands-on DFT solutions, and drive pre-silicon verification to ensure high-quality silicon bring-up.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and maintain the DFT architecture for Asimov and future ASIC generations
- Architect and implement DFT features such as scan insertion and memory BIST, integrating them into RTL
- Develop comprehensive DFT verification plans and validate functionality through simulation and gate-level verification
Required Qualifications
- BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- 12+ years of ASIC development experience with extensive hands-on DFT implementation
- Strong understanding of scan architectures, ATPG, and structural coverage analysis
- Experience with leading DFT tool suites and strong RTL skills using Verilog/SystemVerilog
- Demonstrated ability to drive technical execution across cross-functional engineering teams
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