Senior Technical Architect - DFT
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026.
Job Summary
B.Tech / M.Tech with 8 to 12 years of experience exclusively in DFT.
Sub-system / SOC level: Hands-on experience to do scan insertion, EDT, LBIST, ATPG coverage improvement, Pattern Generation/Simulation. Should have expertise on Simulation debug No-timing/Timing.
Exposure to SSN insertion is plus.
Sub-system / SOC level: Hands-on Experience to do MBIST Insertion, Verification, Pattern generation. Thorough with Diagnostics and Repairability concepts.
Good to have functional & integration knowledge of TAP controllers and JTAG. Working knowledge of JTAG, iJTAG, ICL, PDL etc.
Intel and AMD DFX insertion and val at SS and Top level.
QC checks post RTL insertion, SpyGlass, CDC, RDC, VCLP etc.
Should be able to handle team of 4-6 members. Drive team towards meeting Milestone in high pressure situation.
Good to have functional & integration knowledge of TAP controllers and JTAG
Must be aware of interface to ATEs, tester hand-off languages/TDL/Verilog and must know to drive/modify test procedures. Desirable to have experience in Post Silicon Debug on Tester.
Should either have hands-on or strong co-working experience with other dependent functions, Constraints development, STA & Physical Design. It is highly desirable that candidate should be able to come up with an implementation plan independently given a test plan.
Good at Communication. Conversant with Multi-site working culture. Able to guide team remotely.
Have done Technical front ending with client earlier.
Key Responsibilities
1. Define Long-Term Dft Strategies And Roadmaps For The Organization.
2. Spearhead R&D Initiatives To Improve Test Efficiency And Fault Coverage.
3. Collaborate With Foundries And Eda Vendors To Align On Testing Requirements.
4. Provide Technical Mentorship And Shape The OrganizationâÂÂS Dft Vision.
Skill Requirements
1. Visionary Leadership In Dft Technology And Its Integration With Broader Design Flows.
2. -Proficiency In Advanced Fault Models, Power-Aware Dft, And Emerging Standards.
3. -Strong Influence In Industry Forums And Collaborations With Eda Vendors.
4. -Expertise In Managing Complex Cross-Functional And Multi-Site Teams.
Other Requirements
1. Relevant Certifications Such As Certified Software Architect (Csa) Or Togaf (The Open Group Architecture Framework) Are Optional But Valuable.