Senior Lead DFT Engineer

General Summary:

Qualcomm is a leading technology innovator driving next-generation experiences and digital transformation for a smarter, connected future. As a Qualcomm Hardware Engineer, you will plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems—including digital, analog, RF, optical circuits, mechanical systems, equipment, packaging, test systems, FPGA, and DSP—that launch cutting-edge, world-class products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet rigorous performance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of hardware engineering experience
• OR
• Master's degree in the relevant field with 2+ years of hardware engineering experience
• OR
• PhD in the relevant field with 1+ year of hardware engineering experience
• Minimum 5+ years experience in Design for Test (DFT), including ATPG, Scan Insertion, MBIST, and JTAG

Core Skills & Experience:

• Deep knowledge of DFT concepts and hands-on experience with scan and MBIST insertion
• Expertise in ATPG pattern generation and verification, MBIST verification, and post-silicon bring-up and yield analysis
• Strong skills in defining test mode timing constraints and resolving timing violations with corrective actions
• Ability to design and analyze tests for new technologies, including custom RAM and RMA
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Perl and Shell for automation and tooling
• Experience simulating test vectors to verify test coverage and correctness
• Familiarity with equivalence checking and RTL lint tools like SpyGlass
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, international teams and adapt quickly to new tools and methodologies
• Strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple high-priority design projects simultaneously
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, analytical mindset