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We are now looking for a highly motivated DFT Engineer to join this multifaceted and innovative hardware team at NVIDIA. Our Design-for-Test Engineering team works on groundbreaking innovations involving crafting creative solutions for DFT architecture, verification and post-silicon validation on some of the industry's most sophisticated semiconductor chips.
What you'll be doing:
In this highly technical role, you will work on end-to-end DFT for the most sophisticated chips in the world, from methodology, to deployment to post-silicon lifecycle support.
Partner with the top EDA tool vendors to develop new capabilities to support NVIDIA requirements, and with internal CAD to drive efficiency via automations.
Work with NVIDIA VLSI and Operations teams to deliver the scan feature in all product segments at NVIDIA.
Help mentor junior engineers on test designs and trade-offs including cost and quality.
What we need to see:
Pursuing a MS or PhD (or equivalent experience).
Knowledge in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG and fault simulation.
Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on sophisticated and multi-million gate designs using vendor tools.
Good exposure to multiple domains including RTL & clocks design, STA, place-n-route and power, to ensure we are making the right trade-offs.
Experience in Silicon debug and bring-up on the ATE with an understanding of pattern formats, failure processing, and test program development.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Strong programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python or Tcl desired.
NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. At NVIDIA, we work on the hardest problems, and some of the most brilliant and motivated people in their fields choose to work here. Our world-class engineering teams are growing, as we lead the AI revolution from the front. If you are ready to make an impact in this journey, we want to hear from you!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2, and 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.Skills Required
- Pursuing a BSEE or MSEE or equivalent experience
- Knowledge in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs
- Analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic
- Exposure to multiple domains including RTL & clocks design, STA, place-n-route
- Experience in Silicon debug and bring-up on the ATE
- Strong programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python or Tcl
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity awards and a discounted ESPP are highlighted as core parts of total compensation, enabling employees to share in the company’s success. Stock-based compensation and the two-year lookback ESPP are consistently described as especially valuable.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as robust, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options alongside mental health support and on-site care resources. Employer HSA contributions and wellness perks reinforce the depth of the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are depicted as strong, featuring a meaningful 401(k) match with Roth options and support for Mega Backdoor Roth contributions. These elements position long-term savings as a notable advantage of the total rewards package.
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NVIDIA’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, NVIDIA is increasingly known as “the AI computing company.”
