What to Expect
Tesla's Silicon Development Group is looking for aDFT Engineer to work on customASIC design-to-production. You will help drive the state-of-the-art in testability, debug and safety to achieve high test coverage, quality, and safety needed to aggressively deliver very low DPPM, while optimizing the test cost.
We are open to hiring in Austin, TX; Palo Alto, CA; Fort Collins, CO.
What You'll Do
Define and implement variousDFTfeatures at RTL and gates usingin-house flows Work closely with the physical design team in achievingdesign closure with DFT features Perform block-level scan insertion, ATPG, coverage analysis, and simulations Run top-level test pattern retargeting and simulations Identify design changes needed for improving test coverage Work with test / product engineering team members ontest pattern delivery and Si bring up
What You'll Bring
Knowledge of Testability techniques and features (Compressed Scan, Built-in-Self-Test,Loop-Back, Boundary Scan) covering digital logic domain, embedded memories and PHY/IO's Well versed in JTAG / 1500 / 1687 networks. BSDL, ICL and PDL knowledge preferable Expertise in ATPG, coverage analysis, and zero-delay / SDF-based pattern simulations. Experience with Cadence DFT tools (Modus and Genus) or Mentor DFT tools (Tessent Shell) preferred Goodknowledge of Verilog, logic design, circuit design fundamentalsas well as timing Working knowledge of TCL, python (or another scripting language like Perl) Experience in implementation of MBISTand knowledge of repair schemes, algorithmsis a plus Experience or working knowledge of SERDES, Analog /mixed-signal DFT techniques (like IOBIST,loop-backsetc.) is a plus Post Silicon experience in Pattern conversion for Testers, PatternBring-up& Debug, SiliconCharacterization etc. is a plus Degreein Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering orequivalent experience with evidence of exceptional abilities
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$152,000 - $318,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. |
Tesla Motors, Inc.
152,000 - 318,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
Jul 29, 2025