Sr DFT Engineer (100% Remote)

Encore Semi•Boston, MA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Encore Semi, Inc. is seeking a Senior DFT Engineer to lead test architecture and implementation for complex SoCs. The role works closely with design and verification teams to drive DFT requirements from RTL through silicon bring-up and ensure high test coverage. The position is 100% remote and can be performed anywhere in the USA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or green card holders.

Requirements

At least 8 years of industry experience in ASIC DFT engineering.
Strong hands-on expertise with IEEE 1687 (IJTAG) architecture, including ICL and PDL formats.
Deep proficiency with the Mentor Graphics (Siemens) Tessent tool suite.
Simulation, verification, and debug skills using Xcelium, VCS, or QuestaSim.
Fluency in Verilog/SystemVerilog.
Strong scripting abilities using Tcl, Python, or Perl.
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder.

Responsibilities

Architect, implement, and verify DFT structures, including Scan, MBIST, and Boundary Scan, for next-generation ASIC/SoC designs.
Develop and integrate IJTAG networks across IP and SoC levels.
Perform test insertion, ATPG generation, and fault coverage analysis.
Run and debug zero-delay and timing-annotated gate-level simulations.

Benefits

15 days of PTO per calendar year.
10 paid holidays per calendar year.
Comprehensive medical benefits; the company covers 80% of premiums for employees and dependents.
Dental and vision benefits; the company covers 50% of premiums for employees and dependents.
Voluntary life insurance, FSA (health and dependent, limited purpose), HAS, and gap insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Life/AD&D and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement.
Bonuses.