Senior DFT Engineer
Join us and be part of a team where your expertise will help shape the future of cutting-edge technology!
About the job
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of digital design and testability? In this role, you’ll play an important part in shaping the quality and reliability of next-generation Wi-Fi IC's by implementing advanced testing strategies, integrating cutting-edge methodologies, and driving improvements in test coverage and design for testability. You’ll collaborate with talented engineers worldwide, and see your expertise directly impact the success of innovative products. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, enjoy both independent and team-driven projects, and want to be at the forefront of technology, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Join us and help define the future of semiconductor testing!
Key responsibilities
Implement and utilize effective and efficient testing strategies
Integrating BIST into memory designs and validating its functionality
Inserting and validating Embedded Deterministic Test (EDT) and On-Chip Clocking (OCC) methodologies
Inserting and validating scan and iJTAG (Internal JTAG) techniques
Generating automatic test patterns
Analyze the test coverage of our designs, identify areas of improvement, and implement strategies to increase test coverage and the testability
Performing pattern simulations at both the Register-Transfer Level (RTL) and netlist level
Documentation and DFT sign-off activities
Key Qualifications
BSc/MSc in Electronics Engineering or similar
Experience with EDA IC design and verification tools, Digital IC Design and Verification, DFT architecture and implementation, Memory BIST, iJTAG, EDT, OCC, Scan, ATPG and pattern simulations
Exposure to LEC, VCLP, STA
Knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Tcl, Python, or similar
Experience with Tessent tools, Confluence and JIRA combined with excellent documentation and communication skills
Ability to work/communicate fluently in English
Personal Skills
The ideal candidate will need strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to think both creatively and methodically. Success in this role requires a proactive approach to testing and validation, a deep understanding of digital design and verification methodologies, and the capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a global team. Excellent communication and documentation abilities are essential, along with a continuous learning mindset and the flexibility to adapt to evolving technologies and project requirements. Your ability to organize, prioritize, and drive improvements in test coverage and design testability will be key to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Working for Nordic
Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation.
We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.
Benefits
Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan
Flexible working hours
Medical insurance
Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits
Practical details
Location: city, country | city,country | city, country
Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.
- Department
- BU Wi-Fi - SoC Group
- Locations
- Bristol
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Level of seniority
- Senior
- Field of expertise
- Engineering
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2026
About Nordic Semiconductor
Nordic Semiconductor is a Norwegian fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless communication technology that powers the Internet of Things (IoT). Nordic was established in 1983 and has about 1400 employees across the globe. Our award-winning Bluetooth Low Energy solutions pioneered ultra-low power wireless, making us the global market leader. Our technology range was later supplemented by ANT+, Thread and Zigbee, and in 2018 we launched our low power, compact LTE-M/NB-IoT cellular IoT solutions to extend the penetration of the IoT. The Nordic portfolio was further complemented by Wi-Fi technology in 2021.
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