Principal DFT Engineer

Axelera AI; Bologna; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading semiconductor startup in Italy is seeking a Principal DFT Engineer to develop and implement innovative test strategies for multicore in-memory-compute SoCs. This role offers a flexible working arrangement, including options to work from Italy or fully remotely within Europe. The ideal candidate will have senior-level expertise in DFT engineering, with proficiency in SystemVerilog and familiarity with various DFT tools. Join a collaborative and dynamic environment focused on advancing semiconductor technology.

Servizi

Attractive compensation package

Pension plan

Employee insurances

Company shares option

Competenze

• Senior-level expertise in DFT engineering.
• Strong knowledge of hierarchical scan, ATPG, Memory BIST, and JTAG/IJTAG.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement DFT strategies for multicore in‑memory‑compute SoCs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate test solutions.
• Drive innovation in testability methodologies and infrastructure.

Conoscenze

Proficiency in SystemVerilog RTL

TCL

Python

Unix/Linux

Strong problem-solving abilities

Effective communication skills

Strumenti

Cadence DFT tools

Synopsys DFT tools

Siemens DFT tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Principal DFT Engineer – Axelera AI

About Us

Axelera AI is not your regular deep-tech startup. We are creating the next-generation AI platform to support anyone who wants to help advancing humanity and improve the world around us.

In just four years, we have raised a total of $120 million and have built a world-class team of 220+ employees (including 49+ PhDs with more than 40,000 citations), both remotely from 17 different countries and with offices in Belgium, France, Switzerland, Italy, the UK, headquartered at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, Netherlands. We have also launched our Metis™ AI Platform, which achieves a 3-5x increase in efficiency and performance, and have visibility into a strong business pipeline exceeding $100 million. Our unwavering commitment to innovation has firmly established us as a global industry pioneer.

Position Overview

Join a leading European semiconductor start-up, as a Design for Test (DFT) Engineer. Play a pivotal role in architecting and implementing innovative testability solutions for our multicore in-memory-compute SoC. This is an opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge semiconductor advancements in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement DFT strategies for multicore in‑memory‑compute SoCs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of test solutions.
• Drive innovation by advancing testability methodologies and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience: Senior‑level expertise in DFT engineering.
• Skills: Proficiency in SystemVerilog RTL, TCL, Python, and Unix/Linux.
• Core Knowledge: Hierarchical scan, ATPG, Memory BIST, JTAG/IJTAG, fault simulation, silicon debug, and gate‑level verification.
• Tools: Familiarity with Siemens, Cadence, or Synopsys DFT tools.
• Additional Expertise (a plus): IEEE standards (1149, 1500, 1687), synthesis flow, timing analysis, and Siemens DFT tools.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a passion for innovation in the semiconductor industry.

Location & Work Flexibility

We offer a flexible working arrangement, with options to:

• Work from one of our Axelera AI offices (Leuven in Belgium, Amsterdam and Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Zurich in Switzerland, Florence and Milan in Italy or Bristol in the United Kingdom) if you're already based in the vicinity.
• Work fully remotely from any European country (incl. the UK) you are already in.
• Relocate with us and work from Italy (Florence or Milan) or the Netherlands (Amsterdam or Eindhoven).

Priority will be given to candidates who are interested in being based in Italy.

What We Offer

This is your chance to shape and be part of a dynamic, fast‑growing, international organization. We offer an attractive compensation package, including a pension plan, extensive employee insurances and the option to get company shares. An open culture that supports creativity and continual innovation is awaiting you. Collaborative ownership and freedom with responsibility is characteristic for the way we act and work as a team.

At Axelera AI, we wholeheartedly embrace equal opportunity and hold diversity in the highest regard. Our steadfast commitment is to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that empowers and celebrates every member of our team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in shaping the future of AI.