Principal DFT Engineer

Responsibilities

Max Linear is seeking a Principal DFT (Design For Test) Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the following:

• Lead DFT and implementation of DFT techniques on System on Chip (SOC)
• Define DFT architecture, RTL coding, simulation and verification, chip testing, and supporting Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) issues
• Develop DFT methodologies that reduce test cost, increase product quality, and enhance yield learning on leading edge process technologies
• Generate DFT pattern, coverage analysis, and debug as well as running and debugging gate level simulations
• Assist Test Engineers to bring up ATPG and MBIST pattern on the ATE
• Resolve issues during characterization

• Strong understanding of Fault modeling, Scan compression, and Memory testing techniques
• Experience in all aspects of DFT flow, including DC/AC scan, ATPG, JTAG/boundary SCAN, memory BIST, high speed interface test
• Understanding of the entire ASIC design flow: logic design, Verilog/VHDL verification, synthesis, timing, and backend
• Proven record of supporting a large volume of commercial SOC shipments
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills and the ability to proactively resolve issues
• Must be able to work autonomously and guide others based on changing priorities
• Proven ability to thrive on, learn, and adapt to new methodologies and technologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 9 years of experience, or MS + 7 years of experience, or Ph.D. + 4 years of experience

Max Linear has a Total Compensation philosophy which includes base salary and annual discretionary bonus eligibility and many positions also include stock-based compensation.

Max Linear's good faith estimate starting base salary range is: $155,000 to $193,000

Annually

We offer competitive benefits designed to support employee health, welfare, and retirement and some highlights are: health care benefits, 401k savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and paid time off.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.