Silicon Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Dec 19, 2024. MatX scores B on the Alion truth index.
What MatX Is Building
MatX is on a mission to be the compute platform for AGI. We are developing vertically integrated full-stack solutions from silicon to systems including hardware and software to train and run the largest ML workloads for AGI. MatX is seeking a Silicon Design-For-Test (DFT) engineer to join our team as we create best-in-class silicon for high-performance and sustainable GenAI. The successful candidate for this role will be responsible for implementation of DFT functions for performant and functionally accurate silicon for MatX products across compute, memory management, high-speed connectivity and other key technologies in leading-edge process nodes.
What You'll Do Here
Design and develop functional test solutions for SERDES PHY, covering loopback, eye diagram characterization, and margin testing.
Perform DFT integration of PHY IP blocks, including boundary scan, BIST interfaces, and test mode control signals, and develop robust pattern porting flows from IP-level to SoC-level.
Develop and maintain firmware loading flows for PHY bring-up and test - including SPI/JTAG-based firmware download, register initialization sequences, and debug support during test program development.
Collaborate closely with verification, firmware, and test engineering teams to develop and bring up silicon test programs from simulation to ATE.
Execute DFT implementation and verification flows for block-level DFT insertion, including scan chain closure, ATPG pattern generation, and sign-off.
Support test escapes root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement of DFT coverage and test quality.
Who You Are
Hands-on experience with DFT implementation - MBIST, at-speed scan and scan compression.
Strong knowledge of modern DFT standards and protocols: JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), IJTAG (IEEE 1687), and Streaming Scan Networks (SSN).
Experience or Working Knowledge of loading and validating PHY firmware via serial interfaces (SPI, I2C, or JTAG), including understanding of bootloader sequences and register map initialization.
Solid experience integrating PHY DFT interfaces (e.g., SERDES PHY test modes, analog test buses into the SoC DFT architecture.
Experience with system-level DFT access - hierarchical test access, test data compression, and multi-die/chiplet DFT - is a strong plus.
Familiarity with EDA tools such as Synopsys DFT Compiler, Mentor Tessent, or equivalent.
Compensation
The US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job-related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.
Early Career - $160,000 - $275,000 + equity
Mid Career - $175,000 - $400,000 + equity
Senior Career - $250,000 - $600,000 + equity
What We Offer
Time off: 4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + up to 3 weeks remote work
Health: Company-subsidized Medical (Kaiser or Anthem) for employees & dependents, Guardian Dental and Vision insurances for employee & dependents, and life insurance (employee only), plus HSA and FSA offerings via Lively.
Financial Wellbeing: Choose from Roth IRA or 401K (or both) retirement plans with up to 5% company contribution to 401K (even if you don't contribute). Also, 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $300K) and long-term disability insurances.
Professional Development: $1500 Professional Development Budget (per year)
Team Meals: MatX provides onsite team lunch & dinner Monday - Friday, with your choice of ordering via WeBox, Specialty’s or via our reimbursement system
Commute on Us: Commute on our company Uber account, or reimburse your train rides. Either way, we pay 100% for your daily commute.
MatX E[x]tras: $50/mo to use on the perk you value most
Cell & Internet Reimbursement: $35/mo for cellular and $40/mo for wifi
Remote Home Setup: Use our Amazon business account for up to $1000 in office setup purchases.
Mental Wellbeing: 100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP.
Support to Parents: Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave regardless of path to parenthood, 10 weeks pregnancy disability leave, flexible return-to-work hours, and Benepass reproductive health & parental benefit.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our team and our focus on creating an inviting and inclusive work experience, MatX is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
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This position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant's capacity to perform job functions in compliance with U.S. export control laws without obtaining a license from U.S. export control authorities.
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