DFx-DV Engineer

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SENIOR SILICON DESIGN ENGINEER
THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Senior Silicon Design Engineer with strong expertise in embedded memory design, test, and repair using Synopsys STAR Memory System (SMS). This role focuses on architecture, RTL integration, and silicon-quality implementation of memory BIST, redundancy, and repair solutions across complex SoCs. The engineer will work closely with DFT, PD, DV, firmware, and silicon bring-up teams to ensure robust memory yield, reliability, and test coverage from RTL to production silicon.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
STAR Memory System (SMS) Design Integration & DFX DV
Architect, integrate, and maintain Synopsys STAR Memory System solutions for embedded memories (SRAM, register files, ROM where applicable)
Own MBIST, BISR, and redundancy repair flows using STAR controllers, sequencers, and interfaces
Define and implement memory test architectures, including:
March algorithms
Repair analysis and fuse programming
Power-aware and low-power test modes
Integrate SMS IP with:
SoC reset, clock, and power domains
JTAG / test access mechanisms
Firmware-controlled repair and status reporting
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Electronics / Electrical / Computer Engineering
hands on of experience in silicon design or DFT/DFX-DV/MBIST
Hands-on experience with Synopsys STAR Memory System
Deep understanding of:
Embedded memories (SRAM, RF)
MBIST, BISR, redundancy, and fuse-based repair
Memory fault models and March tests
Strong RTL skills in Verilog/SystemVerilog
Strong understanding of CPP.
Understanding of SoC clocking, reset, and power architectures
knowledge with synthesis, STA awareness, and timing closure support
Strong debug skills across RTL, GLS, and silicon
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Bachelors or Masters degree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering
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