NVIDIA · 1 week ago
Senior Failure Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $310K/yr
12+ years expNVIDIA is a leader in computer graphics and AI technology, seeking a highly skilled Failure Analysis engineer to develop Chip-Debug and Fault-Isolation techniques. The role involves leading experimentation, workflow development, and collaboration with various teams to enhance fault isolation capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Lead the enablement of XADA and existing NIR and Thermal OFI tools for future technology nodes based on experimentation with different test-chips and existing products, to get ready for future product support
You will need to understand our optical FI workflow and work with our PFA team to guide sample-preparation development
Your responsibilities will include workflow development, user training and collaboration with the XADA tool vendors, driving SW & HW improvements and new feature development
Additionally, you will work with nvidia internal HW designers and external vendors regarding development of suitable test- and cooling-HW
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 12 years of experience in FA, at best with hand-on experience in technique enablement and development of supporting HW for Fault-Isolation
Knowledge of failure analysis techniques and methodologies
Basic understanding of scan-chain based test (DFT) and some experience in operation Automated Test Equipment (at best on Advantest 93k and/or Teradyne UFP)
Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, IC design, and fabrication processes
Experience with EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools and layout editing software
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex circuit issues
Preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multi-functional teams
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, as well as independently when necessary
Experience in advanced technology nodes (e.g. 2nm or below)
Familiarity with scripting languages for automation of processes/workflows
Benefits
Equity and benefits
Company
NVIDIA
NVIDIA is a computing platform company operating at the intersection of graphics, HPC, and AI.
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