Senior Design for Test (DFT) Engineer

Analog Devices, Inc.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Ireland seeks an experienced DFT Expert to design and implement DFT across ASIC/SoC test flows. You will drive high coverage, low power and efficient ATPG delivery, using Tessent tools and Cadence/Synopsys DFT suites.

The role includes pre/post-silicon verification, debugging, and mentoring junior engineers. Applicants should have 6–8 years of hands-on DFT experience, strong scripting skills (Perl/Python/Tcl), and excellent collaboration with cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• 6–8 years ASIC/SoC DFT experience required.
• Expert knowledge of DFT architecture and planning.
• Hands-on Tessent DFT tool experience.
• Expert in Scan, Test Compression, At-Speed Test, MBIST, LBIST.
• Experience with Scan/Compression/On-Chip Clock Control Insertion and ATPG.
• Gate-level simulation with SDF; silicon bring-up support.
• Scripting: Perl, Python or Tcl; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Define DFT specifications, architecture and implementation across products.
• Support DFT flow automation and innovation; ensure high coverage and low test time.
• Deliver verified ATPG patterns and debug/pre-silicon validation.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with peers across disciplines.

Skills

DFT Architecture

Tessent DFT

Scan

Test Compression

At-Speed Test

MBIST

LBIST

Scan Insertion

Compression Insertion

ATPG

Clock Control Insertion

DFT Verification

Scripting: Perl/Python/Tcl

Debug/Diagnosis

Tools

Cadence DFT Tools

Synopsys DFT Tools

Job description

About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

DFT specifications, architecture and implementation using state-of-the-art methodologies and tools Methodology support, DFT Flow Automation, and DFT Innovation Support all product lines with High Coverage, Low Power, Low Test Time Deliver high quality, verified, Automatic Test Pattern Generation (ATPG) patterns Pre/Post silicon verification & debug Work independently and mentor junior team members

Minimum Qualifications

6 - 8 years of directly related experience in ASIC/SoC DFT Expert level knowledge of DFT architecture and planning Hands on Tessent DFT Tool experience Expert level knowledge of Scan, Test Compression, At-Speed Test, Memory Built-In Self-Test (MBIST), Logic Bist (LBIST) Hands-on experience of Scan Insertion, Compression Insertion, On-Chip Clock Control Insertion, ATPG, DFT Verification Gate-level simulation with SDF Silicon test bring up support, failure analysis debug/diagnosis Scripting: Perl/Python/Tcl Team-player: the ability to forge and maintain relationships with peer-organizations Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Cadence and Synopsys DFT tools Experience with IEEE 1149 and JTAG Experience with Static Timing Analysis Experience with Built-In Self-Test (BIST) Experience with Synthesis and DFT Insertion Experience with Low Power Scan and UPF #LI-CO1

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process. Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X. Come join ADI - a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare. ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.