Early Career — DFT Engineer (M, F, D)

Lex

Lex

Munich, Germany

Posted on May 30, 2026
Summary
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Description
As a DFT engineer, you will lead the complete DFT solution for a chip project, with responsibilities spanning all aspects of semiconductor development.

Responsibilities
  • You will create DFT specifications, create verification plans, and define the SoC test interface.
  • You will develop and implement the DFT architecture and own its integration into large SoC blocks — including IP integration, system and control bus connectivity, and the integration of memories and hard macros.
  • You will implement testbenches, generate directed and constrained-random tests, debug failures, run gate-level simulations, and close coverage.
  • You will also generate structural test vectors, run synthesis and timing closure and work closely with Chip Architecture, DV, Physical Design, and Power teams to achieve first-tapeout success.
  • Additional responsibilities include supporting STA, physical, power, and logical analysis for DFT modes, partnering with Test Engineers to bring up test vectors on silicon.

Minimum Qualifications
  • B.Sc./M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL, and familiarity with simulators and waveform debugging tools.
  • Exposure to a scripting language such as Python, TCL, or Perl, including familiarity with leveraging generative AI tools to support scripting and engineering workflows.
  • Ability to fluently speak and write in English.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Exposure to industry-standard DFT concepts such as ATPG, JTAG, or MBIST.
  • Knowledge of general logic design principles.
  • Exposure to design verification methodologies, coverage analysis, and assertions.
  • Good problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Experience in large SoC design or verification — a plus.

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Role Number: 200665410-1731