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Senior DFT Engineer

Nordic Semiconductor ASA

BristolRTL / HDLSoC / ASICPosted Oct 20, 2026
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  • DFT
  • Python
About the job It is an exciting time to join Nordic Semiconductor as we continue to build upon our successful history of wireless innovation. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled DFT Engineer to join our WiFi SoC Group. This role is integral to our mission of delivering top-quality designs and is responsible for the end-to-end implementation and verification of Design for Testability (DFT). If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for electronics engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in a dynamic, global organization, we would love to hear from you. Key responsibilities • Implement and utilize effective and efficient testing strategies. • Implementing MBIST and validating it through extensive simulations • Inserting and validating Embedded Deterministic Test (EDT) and On-Chip Clocking (OCC) methodologies • Inserting and validating scan and iJTAG (Internal JTAG) techniques • Generating automatic test patterns • Analyze the test coverage of our designs, identify areas of improvement, and implement strategies to increase test coverage and the testability • Performing pattern simulations at both the Register-Transfer Level (RTL) and netlist level with and without timing backannotation • Documentation and DFT sign-off activities Key Qualifications • BSc/MSc in Electronics Engineering or similar • Extensive experience with EDA IC design and verification tools • Experience with Digital IC Design and Verification, DFT architecture and implementation, Memory BIST, iJTAG, EDT, OCC, Scan, ATPG and pattern simulations is preferred • Knowledge of scripting languages like perl, tcl, python or similar • Experience with Tessent tools, Confluence and JIRA • Excellent documentation and communication skills • Ability to work/communicate fluently in English Personal Skills We are seeking a candidate that can work independently and demonstrate a business and solution-oriented mindset. Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize a daily workload is important, as well as a creative and development-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will also have an eagerness to learn and improve, showing a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Furthermore, you work effectively in teams and have strong collaboration skills. Working for Nordic Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation. We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.    Benefits • Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan • Flexible working hours • Medical insurance • Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits Practical details • Location: Bristol, UK • Some travelling must be expected Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.

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RISC-V ecosystem

Nordic Semiconductor ASA in the RISC-V ecosystem

RISC-V International: Strategic

Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Trondheim, Norway, Nordic Semiconductor is a company manufacturing wireless technology that powers devices with a low energy chip.

  • Nordic Semiconductor is one of the five semiconductor companies that jointly incorporated Quintauris to drive the RISC-V ecosystem forward
  • Its wireless SoC work (e.g. the nRF54H20) is promoted via RISC-V International channels

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