ASIC DFT Engineer

Company: Broadcom
Company: Broadcom
Location: USA-California- San Jose - 1730 Fox Drive
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2026-02-04 05:08
Please Note:1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account)2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply.Job Description:Broadcom is seeking candidates for a Staff DFT engineer position. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing DFx (Design for Test/debug & manufacturability) solutions for Digital, mixed signal IPs. Candidate will also drive/push state of the art in the areas of testability, debug to enable low DPPM DFx solutions while optimizing the cost for test.ResponsibilitiesOwn IP DFT architecture, implementation, verification, signoff STA constraints for DFTOptimize DFT architecture for test cost, test power and physical design constraintsDeliver optimal retargetable ATPG patterns for usage across business unitsCollaborate with front-end and backend engineers to implement optimal DFx solutionsSupport chip teams on IP DFT integration, pattern verification and ATE bring-upParticipate in silicon bring-up, characterization, and yield recoveryRequirementsKnowledge of Testability techniques and features (SCAN, Built-in-Self-Tests, boundary scan.) covering digital logic, embedded memories and Serdes PHY/IO’sScan architectural trade-off, coverage analysis, ATPG pattern generation and verificationExperience in implementation of MBIST for memories and knowledge of repair schemes, algorithmsWell versed in JTAG standards (1149.1 and 1149.6, 1687) and boundary scanStrong Pre/Post Silicon debugging, analytical and independent problem solving abilityStrong knowledge of digital design and logical equivalence checkingExperience with Gate level simulations and debug with industry simulator toolsExperience in developing STA constraints for DFT logic/modes and working knowledge of primetimePost silicon experience on pattern bring-up, debug and silicon characterization etcWorking knowledge of TCL, perl and shell scriptingHands on experience with Mentor/Siemens DFT Tessent tool suite for DFT insertion is desirableWorking knowledge of SERDES, Analog /mixed-signal DFT solutions (like IOBIST, AC boundary scan) is a plusMust be a team player with good verbal and written communication skills.Must be a self-driven engineer with good planning and organizing skills to deliver high quality output in a timely manner. Experience : Bachelors in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering required with a minimum of 8+ years of relevant industry experience or a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 6+ years of relevant industry experienceAdditional Job Description:Compensation and BenefitsThe annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $192,000.  This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
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