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# Design for Test Engineer

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $174,149 - $225,300
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Very-Large-Scale Integration, Automation of Tests, Boolean Algebra, Bug Tracking Systems, Software Bug Management, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Static Timing Analysis, Tcl (Programming Language), Verilog, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Test Scripts, Vlsi Design
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/design-for-test-engineer-cupertino-ca--e3dd141a-7fb8-4e78-ad90-d4ea508cbb35

## About the Role

DFT (Design for Test), Apple, Testing, Diversity, Test Bench, Verification Plans, Test Scripts, Debugging Skills, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, PAY & BENEFITS: Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Master's
Degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field and 1 year of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

Experience and/or education must include:

Utilizing VLSI Design and VLSI Architecture to understand complex ASIC designs Using Computer Architecture to aid in understanding of compute Using Verilog skills to debug and verify designs Using Perl/Python/Tcl scripting to aid in automating scripts and internal tools CMOS devices and circuits Using Digital Logic Gate Analysis and Design Using Test Automation and Test Methodology Performing Timing Analysis to debug complex timing bugs Employing Synthesis and Simulation to debug RTL and netlist issues Utilizing DFT knowledge for generating ATE patterns and ATE debug Verifying memory operation behavior using knowledge of Memory CircuitsN/A

## Description

X-propagation and UPF enabled. Generate Pattern files with DV test scripts. Run playback simulations with the generated patterns. Handle schedules and support multi-functional engineering effort. Assist in verification flows, automation scripts and regressions. Work with test engineers to bring up functional and structural patterns for various Analog IPs and DFT features on Silicon and support further characterization and test time optimization. 40 hours/week. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $174,149 - $225,300/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.