Job description
The Senior DFT Engineer at NVIDIA will lead silicon test innovation, focusing on the development of advanced test methodologies for next-generation silicon platforms. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge test access mechanisms and improve silicon test technology. The engineer will also guide junior engineers and ensure high-quality execution from pre-silicon to production deployment. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact the semiconductor industry within a world-class team.
Requirements
- BSEE with 5+ years of experience, MSEE with 3+ years, or PhD in DFT or related domains.
- Demonstrated knowledge in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation.
- Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns on complex builds.
- Experience in silicon debug and bring-up with an understanding of pattern formats and test program development.
- Strong programming and scripting skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Design and roll out advanced test methodologies on NVIDIA’s next-generation silicon platforms.
- Own and work with cross-functional teams to implement the latest in test access mechanisms.
- Collaborate closely with VLSI and Product Engineering groups to design innovative DFT approaches.
- Lead end-to-end planning and execution of NVIDIA's new chip bring-up efforts.
- Develop and standardize methodologies, processes, and workflows for silicon bring-up.
- Improve cross-team communication and work handoffs.
- Guide and mentor junior engineers in achieving quality and efficiency.
Benefits
- Employees at NVIDIA are often offered comprehensive, day-one benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with auto-enrollment. Many roles also have generous time off and holidays, donation matching (up to $10,000), and a wide menu of extras like FSAs, commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts. Optional programs can include student-loan and home-purchase support, plus family care resources and expert medical services.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Nvidia Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
355
FY2026
Approval rate
99.2%
FY2026
LCA certified
7,667
FY2026
Entry-level share
11.9%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-37%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-83%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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