Principal DFT Engineer

Design‑for‑Test Engineering at NVIDIA works on groundbreaking innovations involving crafting creative solutions for DFT architecture, verification and post‑silicon validation on some of the industry's most complex semiconductor chips. What you'll be doing: As a member in our team, you will own and work with cross functional teams, implementing state‑of‑the‑art designs in test access mechanisms, IO BIST, memory BIST and scan compression. In addition, you will help develop and deploy DFT methodologies for our next generation products. You will also help mentor junior engineers on test designs and trade‑offs including cost and quality. What we need to see: BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 15+, MSEE with 13+ years of experience or PhD with equivalent exp Demonstrated knowledge and expertise 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 complex and multi‑million gate designs using vendor tools Good exposure to cross functional areas 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 Strong programming and scripting skills in Perl, Python or Tcl desired Extraordinary written and oral communication skills with the curiosity to work on rare challenges Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 1, 2026. Base salary range: 232,000 USD – 368,000 USD. Eligible for equity and benefits. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nvidia Corporation