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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.\nWhat You'll Do Here\nDesign and develop functional test solutions for SERDES PHY, covering loopback, eye diagram characterization, and margin testing.\n\nPerform 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.\n\nDevelop 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.\n\nCollaborate closely with verification, firmware, and test engineering teams to develop and bring up silicon test programs from simulation to ATE.\n\nExecute DFT implementation and verification flows for block-level DFT insertion, including scan chain closure, ATPG pattern generation, and sign-off.\n\nSupport test escapes root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement of DFT coverage and test quality.\n\nWho You Are\nHands-on experience with DFT implementation - MBIST, at-speed scan and scan compression.\n\nStrong knowledge of modern DFT standards and protocols: JTAG (IEEE 1149.1), IJTAG (IEEE 1687), and Streaming Scan Networks (SSN).\n\nExperience 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.\n\nSolid experience integrating PHY DFT interfaces (e.g., SERDES PHY test modes, analog test buses into the SoC DFT architecture.\n\nExperience with system-level DFT access - hierarchical test access, test data compression, and multi-die/chiplet DFT - is a strong plus.\n\nFamiliarity with EDA tools such as Synopsys DFT Compiler, Mentor Tessent, or equivalent.\n\nCompensation\nThe 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.\nEarly Career - $160,000 - $275,000 + equity\n\nMid Career - $175,000 - $400,000 + equity\n\nSenior Career - $250,000 - $600,000 + equity\n\nWhat We Offer\nTime off: 4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + up to 3 weeks remote work\n\nHealth: 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.\n\nFinancial 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.\n\nProfessional Development: $1500 Professional Development Budget (per year)\n\nTeam Meals: MatX provides onsite team lunch & dinner Monday - Friday, with your choice of ordering via WeBox, Specialty’s or via our reimbursement system\n\nCommute on Us: Commute on our company Uber account, or reimburse your train rides. Either way, we pay 100% for your daily commute.\n\nMatX E[x]tras: $50/mo to use on the perk you value most\n\nCell & Internet Reimbursement: $35/mo for cellular and $40/mo for wifi\n\nRemote Home Setup: Use our Amazon business account for up to $1000 in office setup purchases.\n\nMental Wellbeing: 100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP.\n\nSupport 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.\n\nAs 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.\n---------\nThis position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. 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