Sr DFT Engineer (Tessent/IJTAG Specialist)

Encore Semi • Austin, TX

4d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Remote

About The Position

Sr DFT Engineer (Tessent/IJTAG Specialist) - Remote Full-time: Salary + Benefits + Bonuses / Contractor Work Status: US citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident. Remote (Anywhere in US) We are looking for a Senior DFT Engineer to architect and implement advanced test solutions. This role focuses on high-level customization of Siemens Tessent flows, requiring deep expertise in ICL/PDL development for non-standard test sequences that go beyond default tool deliverables.

Requirements

• Expert-level experience with the Siemens Tessent tool suite.
• Proven ability to customize PDL/ICL for non-standard test delivery.
• Strong background in Scan, ATPG, JTAG, and Hierarchical DFT.
• Proficiency in Tcl/Python for flow automation.
• 5+ years of experience with a track record of successful tape-outs.

Responsibilities

• Custom Test Sequences: Author and edit ICL/PDL to support unique hardware instruments and complex IP.
• Tessent Integration: Drive DFT insertion and pattern generation using the Tessent Shell environment.
• Pattern Engineering: Develop custom ATPG patterns and perform gate-level simulations (GLS) to ensure high test coverage.
• Silicon Debug: Support post-silicon bring-up and failure analysis using custom-engineered test sequences.

Benefits

• 15 days of PTO per calendar year
• 10 paid Holidays per calendar year
• Comprehensive Medical Benefits: Company covers 80% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
• Dental & Vision: Company covers 50% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
• Voluntary Benefits: Life Insurance, FSA (Health and Dependent, Limited Purpose), HAS, and Gap Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• 401k - Traditional & Roth
• Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed