[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All GlobalFoundries jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/) · [Search jobs](/search/) GlobalFoundries · Richardson, TX # DFT Engineer Richardson, Texas, United States of America $106,000.00 - $184,000.00 Operations Listed on GlobalFoundries’s official careers site. Posted May 21, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on GlobalFoundries’s careers site →](https://careers.gf.com/careers/job/563980769518172) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [GlobalFoundries](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/) / DFT Engineer ## Job description The DFT Engineer delivers hands-on expertise in designing and deploying advanced Design-for-Test solutions for semiconductor chip development. This role drives robust DFT architectures—including ATPG, MBIST, LBIST, and analog test solutions—while implementing optimized methodologies for rapid test pattern generation and efficient project delivery. Your Job - Implement DFT architectures including ATPG, MBIST, LBIST, scan insertion, and analog test features under manager guidance. - Execute test pattern generation and optimization to minimize test time while maximizing coverage and manufacturing yield. - Apply standardized DFT methodologies and flows to deliver efficient, repeatable results across multiple projects. - Integrate DFT requirements into RTL and physical design stages through collaboration with design, verification, and backend teams. - Develop automation scripts (TCL, Python, Perl) for test pattern creation, validation, and analysis. - Analyze test data from silicon bring-up and production to identify improvements and support root-cause debugging. - Document DFT implementations, test results, and reuse IP for team knowledge sharing. ### Other Responsibilities - Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs. ### Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. - 4+ years of hands-on DFT experience on SoCs, including ATPG, MBIST, LBIST, and scan-based testing. - Proficiency with EDA tools such as Synopsys TestMAX, Cadence Modus, or Mentor Tessent for DFT insertion and pattern generation. - Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL) for flow automation and data analysis. - Familiarity with optimizing test time, fault coverage, and ATPG patterns. - Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for debugging complex test failures. - Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. ### Preferred Qualifications - Experience with automotive ASIL flows or high-volume manufacturing test challenges. - Proactive contributor to process improvements and tool evaluations. Expected Salary Range $106,000.00 - $184,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: May 21, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 152 days - Location: Richardson, Texas, United States of America - Pay: $106,000.00 - $184,000.00[Apply on GlobalFoundries’s careers site →](https://careers.gf.com/careers/job/563980769518172) ## More jobs at GlobalFoundries ### [Emulation Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/jobs/ca0b12070e2480130347/) Richardson, Texas, United States of America ### [Experienced Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/jobs/ff5d0d3c5fc5ca6b0416/) Richardson, Texas, United States of America ### [SMTS System Architect - Analog & Mixed Signal Products](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/jobs/95834e04de1e64bbadb5/) Richardson, Texas, United States of America ### [Signal Integrity Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/jobs/a78ec96929bc7211e284/) Richardson, Texas, United States of America ### [System Architect, Custom Silicon](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/globalfoundries/jobs/0889685c920954873143/) Richardson, Texas, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [DFT Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/28e4aaa038c98a1c41c2/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America ### [DFT-Staff Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/97dec7c922f6ec195d6f/) Qualcomm · Austin, Texas, United States of America ### [ASIC Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineer Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/keysight-technologies/jobs/9108388acb69aab0821f/) Keysight Technologies · Colorado Springs, Colorado ### [DFT, Principal Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/synopsys/jobs/d2c0511cc96e0d32e4c6/) Synopsys · Austin, Texas ### [Lead, DFT and Test Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/celestica/jobs/8f8455ea5571c50d81b3/) Celestica · Richardson, TX, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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