DFT- SCAN/ATPG

Advanced Micro Devices; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is seeking a motivated Silicon Design Engineer to own and advance DFX features for complex SOCs. You will collaborate with RTL, verification, and PD teams to drive DFT implementations in Scan/ATPG and related architectures.

You will develop automated design flows, apply debugging methods, and leverage Tessent, Fusion Compiler, and other industry tools to deliver robust DFX solutions across AMD’s silicon platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience with ASIC DFX and scan synthesis preferred.
• Proficiency with DFX flow tools (Tessent, IJTAG, SSN) and RTL quality checks.
• Strong debugging skills and scripting ability (Perl/Python/TCL).

Responsibilities

• Own/lead the DFX Design Architect and develop DFX features (SCAN, ATPG, MBIST, BSCAN).
• Collaborate with RTL, Verification, and PD teams to enable DFT in Scan/ATPG.
• Design and deploy automated flows for DFT in complex SOC ASICs.
• Support debugging and validation across DFX architectures and flows.

Skills

DFX engineering

Scan/ATPG

ASIC DFX

Scripting

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Computer/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Tessent

Fusion Compiler

Design Compiler

Spyglass

IJTAG

SSN

TestKompress

EDT

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.

AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward.

MTS SILICON DESIGN ENGINEER

• We are seeking a motivated DFx engineer to join our CDFX team. In this role, you will contribute to the next generation of AMD’s silicon innovation while developing your expertise in DFx methodologies and advanced design practices. You will be part of a forward-thinking engineering organization that values learning, encourages fresh ideas, and empowers emerging talent to grow into impactful contributors who help shape the future of semiconductor technology.
• KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will own/lead the DFX Design Architect, Develop and implement cutting edge DFX features including SCAN, ATPG, MBIST, BSCAN, etc. Work closely with the DFX Architecture and the various IP Design teams to align on the DFX requirements and successfully implement the DFX design. Design and develop correct by construction DFX design and support DFX verification. Work closely with the RTL designers, Verification Engineers, and PD team to find creative ways to accelerate the identification of functional defects. Work with the Synthesis and PD team to ensure correct DFT implementation in Scan/ATPG.
• Preferred experience: Experience and understanding of ASIC DFX, Scan synthesis, Integration flow using Fusion Compiler, ATPG experience in tile and SoC level experience. Applicant should be familiar with scan hardware compressions, failure mechanisms and debug processes. Familiar in ICl Extraction, SSN, IJTAG, EDT, TestKompress, simulation and verification flow and experience of working in DFX architecture of complex SOC. Implement and deploy automated design flows to implement DFT features in a complex SOC ASIC design or IP subsystem. Experience in End-to-End DFX flow development/creation. DC/AC scan (at-speed) development, debug and test. Expert in at least one of the scripting tool (Perl, Python, TCL) and ability to create complex flows/scripts that provide scalable solutions to DFX implementation.
• Strong EDA tools experience Tessent - Testkompress, SSN, IJTAG, Synopsys - Fusion compiler, Design Compiler, Spyglass. Experience with RTL quality check tools/methodologies such as Spyglass, Lint is required. Exposure to Static timing analysis & Timing closure is required. Scan/ATPG patterns & test flows development, debug, test, and characterization. Excellent hands-on debug skills and scripting skills are critical. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a global team environment are essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills. Knowledge & experience of low power concepts, clock gating, power gating is a plus.
• ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors or Masters degree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.