Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

DFT Hardware Test Engineer/ Architect- JTAG, ICT & Functional Test

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $100K — $130K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in hardware testing and design for testability (DFT).
  • Hands-on experience with JTAG tools like XJTAG, Corelis, ASSET InterTech, and ICT platforms such as Teradyne and Keysight.
  • Familiarity with IPC standards, PCB manufacturing practices, and failure analysis techniques.
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python, Perl) for test automation.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with hardware design teams to embed DFT features and enhance testability early in the design phase.
  • Develop and maintain Functional Test fixtures and corresponding tests.
  • Create, debug, and enhance JTAG boundary scan test programs for device testing.
  • Investigate and determine the root causes of boundary scan test failures.
  • Design and maintain ICT programs for Teradyne and Keysight platforms, including fixture optimization.
  • Generate test programs for analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits and resolve ICT failure issues.
  • Partner with manufacturing to refine ICT processes and enhance yield metrics.
  • Analyze test coverage metrics and strategize improvements for better coverage and defect avoidance.
  • Document and present test plans, procedures, reports, and track key metrics.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive AMD benefits package
  • Hybrid work environment options
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that encourages innovation and improvement
  • Involvement in groundbreaking projects with significant impact on product quality.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

We are looking for a DFT Hardware Test Engineer/ Architect- JTAG, ICT & Functional Test who thrives in a collaborative environment and plays a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. In this role, you'll partner closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to shape how our boards are validated, influence decisions that improve product robustness, and help streamline how we bring complex hardware to market. You'll contribute to an environment that values curiosity, clear communication, and continuous improvement-making a direct impact on how efficiently and confidently we deliver products to customers.

THE PERSON:

A clear, collaborative communicator who partners effectively across teams. They bring strong analytical thinking, disciplined problem solving, and calm, methodical troubleshooting under pressure. Highly organized and detail-oriented, they document and present findings succinctly, manage priorities well, and drive issues to resolution. They adapt quickly, embrace continuous improvement, and build trust through reliability, integrity, and a quality-focused mindset.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Collaborate with hardware design teams to integrate DFT features early and ensure board-level testability.
  • Develop and maintain Functional Test fixtures and Tests.
  • Develop, debug, and optimize JTAG boundary scan test programs (e.g., XJTAG, Corelis, ASSET InterTech) for interconnect, memory, and device programming.
  • Troubleshoot and root-cause boundary scan test failures.
  • Develop and maintain ICT programs on platforms such as Teradyne and Keysight, including fixture design and optimization.
  • Generate ICT test programs for analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits, and troubleshoot ICT failures.
  • Work with manufacturing teams to refine ICT processes and improve yields.
  • Analyze test coverage metrics, identify improvement areas, and implement strategies to increase coverage and reduce escapes.
  • Partner with design and manufacturing to resolve testability issues.
  • Create and maintain test documentation including test plans, procedures, and reports; present results and track key metrics (coverage, yield, failure rates).
  • Stay current on test technologies, drive process improvements, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Deep understanding of DFT principles, boundary-scan methodologies, and ICT development.
  • Hands-on experience with JTAG tools (e.g., XJTAG, Corelis, ASSET InterTech) and ICT platforms (e.g., Teradyne, Keysight).
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve test coverage and troubleshoot complex board-level failures.
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python, Perl) to automate test flows and enhance efficiency.
  • Familiarity with IPC standards, PCB manufacturing practices, and failure-analysis techniques.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally in fast-paced engineering environments, driving quality and testability improvements.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
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