Senior Staff DFT Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Senior Staff DFT Engineer (Semiconductor): Implementing scan-based DFT for complex SoC designs with an accent on Scan Streaming Network (SSN) and IJTAG (IEEE 1687). Focus on end-to-end scan execution, coverage closure, and pre-silicon DFT signoff.

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $134,390 - $201,300 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Lead hands-on scan DFT implementation, including insertion, stitching, SSN, and IJTAG (IEEE 1687) connectivity.
• Perform scan DFT verification, debug, and DRC closure using SpyGlass DFT/RTL checks.
• Generate, simulate, and debug ATPG scan patterns to drive coverage improvement and closure.
• Develop and validate DFT-related timing constraints for scan, shift, capture, and test modes.
• Create and maintain TCL scripts for automation of scan insertion and ATPG setup.
• Support hierarchical scan integration and post-silicon pattern bring-up and debug activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or CS with 5-10 years of experience, or Master's/PhD with 3-5 years.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in DFT scan implementation.
• Strong expertise with Siemens Tessent for scan insertion, ATPG, and IJTAG.
• Proficiency in TCL scripting for flow customization.
• Deep understanding of IEEE 1149.x, IEEE 1500, and IEEE 1687 standards.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Nice to have

• Experience with scan compression and advanced scan architectures.
• Post-silicon experience in pattern bring-up, debug, and yield learning.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior engineers.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive family support programs to balance work and home life.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for milestones and contributions.