> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1954975-dft-design-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1954975-dft-design-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DFT Design Engineer - **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Code Coverage, Software Debugging, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Software Tools, Static Timing Analysis, Verilog, Application Specific Integrated Circuits - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/9995C8EB32D04A44A673A261D980CCF5/job/ ## About the Role We are looking for SoC/ASIC Digital Design Engineer with experience in Design for Test (DFT). An intimate knowledge and experience in scan chain insertion, compression scan technologies, memory built-in self-test (MBIST) and automatic test pattern generation (ATPG) is required for this position. Should follow systematic quality metrics driven ATPG pattern generation. It is highly desirable for candidate to possess hands-on knowledge of synthesis, verification and debugging Verilog testbenches., US citizenship preferred. * Prior 3-12 years of professional experience in SoC/ASIC Digital Design with focus on Design for Test (DFT) * Should possess intimate knowledge of DFT insertion flows * Basic scan chain insertion using synthesis or other software tools * Experience in compression scan insertion, LBIST and other scan technologies * Intimate knowledge of memory build-in self-test (MBIST) * Expertise in Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG) to achieve design test coverage goals * Debug and Analysis of failures to improve fault coverage * Verification of ATPG testbenches and debugging root cause of simulation mis-compares * Working knowledge of JTAG 1149.1/6, IEEE1500 and IEEE1687 * Knowledge of timing analysis and equivalency checks would be added bonus * Ability to work in collaborative team environment * Prior experience with Cadence tools and flows is highly desirable * Should be able to finish DFT tasks independently * Strong problem-solving skills. Exhibit discipline, thoroughness, and methodical approach in solving problems * Ability to work with stakeholders across cross-functional teams - Architecture, Design, Internal and External Customers * Self-driven and committed individual who can work in a fast-paced project environment We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't. ## Related Videos - [Mutation Testing and Fuzzing in C#](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/703-mutation-testing-and-fuzzing-in-c) - [The Billion Dollar Machine: First Time Right.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/393-the-billion-dollar-machine-first-time-right) - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [Breaking the Bug Cycle: TDD for the Win](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1037-breaking-the-bug-cycle-tdd-for-the-win) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Test-reduction - Doing more with less](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/977-test-reduction-doing-more-with-less) ## Related Articles - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Dev Digest 150 - The shift to AI generated code, fingerprinting and OKRs vs. doing your job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/533-dev-digest-150-the-shift-to-ai-generated-code-fingerprinting-and-okrs-vs-doing-your-job) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [A call for Guest Writers for the WeAreDevelopers Magazine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/648-a-call-for-guest-writers-for-the-wearedevelopers-magazine)