Sr DFT Engineer (100% Remote)

Encore Semi • Baltimore, MD

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-quality test coverage. The position is 100% remote anywhere in the USA and requires U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder status.

The anticipated annual base salary is $135,000 to $150,000, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

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

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 coverage; the company covers 50% of premiums for employees and dependents.
• Voluntary life insurance, FSA (health and dependent care, limited purpose), HAS, and gap insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k).
• Life/AD&D and long-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior