Failure Analysis Software Development Engineer

NXP Semiconductors; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a highly skilled FA Software Development Engineer to develop and optimize software tools for Failure Analysis and Reliability. The role involves collaboration with design and test teams, requiring strong programming skills in languages such as Python and Perl, along with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. The position offers an opportunity to enhance data collection processes and improve CAD navigation tools across global teams.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience in software development.
• Familiar with semiconductor design tools.
• Experience in failure analysis is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software tools for Failure Analysis.
• Collaborate with design engineering teams.
• Enhance data collection efficiency for FA and Reliability Labs.

Skills

Basic programming or scripting knowledge

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Ability to work independently and in a team

Interpersonal skills with intercultural awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Development

Tools

Cadence PVS

Synopsys Avalon

Synopsys Custom Compiler

Siemens Calibre

Siemens Tessent Diagnosis

Job description

The Product Diagnostic & Quality Center (PDQC) is seeking a highly skilled FA Software Development Engineer to develop, maintain and optimize software tools that support the analysis of NXP products. This role requires close collaboration with design, test and Failure Analysis (FA) and Reliability teams to create software solutions for FA and Reliability Labs globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software tools to support Failure Analysis and Reliability teams
• Collaborate with design engineering teams to gather and process essential data
• Enhance efficiency in data collection and software tool creation for FA and Reliability Labs
• Support and improve tools for CAD navigation, memory bitmapping, scan diagnostics, test pattern conversion

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Development or a related field, with up to 2 years of experience
• Basic programming or scripting knowledge (Python, Perl, Tcl, Shell scripting)
• Familiarity with semiconductor design tools (e.g., Cadence, Mentor Graphics) is a plus
• Experience in failure analysis is an advantage
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to excellence
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a global, cross-functional team
• Strong interpersonal skills with intercultural awareness

Tools & Software Experience

• Cadence PVS
• Synopsys Avalon
• Synopsys Custom Compiler
• Siemens Calibre
• Siemens Tessent Diagnosis

Programming Languages

Relevant software development experience on these programming languages is an advantage.

• Git
• Perl
• Python
• Tcl
• Shell scripting

Basic Concepts

• ATPG
• Test programs and data logging
• Scan diagnosis
• Memory BIST / bitmapping
• Design enablement
• EDA/CAD tool development

The Failure Analysis Enablement Team, part of the Product Diagnostic & Quality Center (PDQC) under NXP Global Quality, is responsible for developing and maintaining hardware and software solutions that enable on-time failure analysis (FA) readiness for every NXP product. By supporting comprehensive product analysis from development to end-of-life, the team ensures top-tier product quality for NXP customers.

FA Enablement Team provides global support across PDQC locations in Austin (USA), Bangkok (Thailand), Kaohsiung (Taiwan), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Nijmegen (Netherlands), and Tianjin (China).