Senior Solution Architect

Job description

The DFT Architect will be responsible for defining, driving, and governing the complete Design-for-Test (DFT) strategy for complex SoCs delivered under a turnkey/outcome-based engagement model. The role owns DFT architecture from feasibility through silicon bring-up, ensuring testability, manufacturability, quality, coverage, schedule adherence, and customer acceptance. The architect serves as the technical authority for all DFT-related decisions and works closely with SoC Architects, RTL, Integration, Verification, Physical Design, STA, Packaging, ATE, Product Engineering, and Foundry teams DFT Architecture & Strategy Define SoC-level DFT architecture and test strategy during feasibility and architecture phases. Create DFT specifications, test architecture documents, and implementation guidelines. Establish hierarchical DFT methodology across IP, Subsystems, and SoC. Drive testability requirements into architecture and micro-architecture reviews. Define scan partitioning, test access mechanisms, compression strategy, and test modes. Define manufacturing test, diagnostics, and yield enhancement strategy. DFT Planning & Technical Leadership Own DFT estimation, planning, risks, schedules, and milestone tracking. Review third-party IP test readiness and integration requirements. Lead DFT design reviews and sign-off reviews. Drive customer discussions and provide technical guidance. Mentor DFT engineers, leads, and subsystem owners. DFT Implementation Ownership Drive implementation of: Scan Insertion EDT/Test Compression MBIST LBIST Boundary Scan (IEEE 1149.1/1149.6) IJTAG/IEEE 1687 OCC (On-Chip Clock Controller) Test Point Insertion SSN (Streaming Scan Network) High-Speed Interface Testing Security-aware DFT features Resolve complex DRC and testability issues. Ensure DFT compliance across large multi-power and multi-clock SoCs. Key Responsibilities ATPG & Coverage Closure Own ATPG methodology and sign-off. Drive stuck-at, transition, path-delay, cell-aware, and bridge fault coverage closure. Analyze coverage loss and implement improvement strategies. Define diagnostic pattern generation methodology. Review test quality metrics and coverage goals. DFT Verification & Sign-off Define DFT verification strategy. Review: DFT RTL verification Gate-Level Simulations Test Mode Verification Test Timing Verification Formal Equivalence DFT CDC requirements Ensure sign-off quality prior to tape-out. Physical Design & STA Collaboration Work closely with PD teams on: Scan chain optimization OCC implementation Test clock architecture Test-mode timing closure Congestion and routing impacts Ensure DFT-aware floorplanning and implementation. Test Program & Silicon Readiness Partner with Product Engineering and ATE teams. Define pattern handoff strategy. Support tester pattern generation and debug. Review production test flows. Lead silicon bring-up DFT debug. Drive yield improvement initiatives and diagnosis activities. Turnkey Program Responsibilities Participate in: Feasibility Review Project Kickoff Design Kickoff Architecture Reviews Milestone Sign-offs Change Control Board Reviews Own DFT delivery quality, schedule, and customer commitments. Support program risk assessment and mitigation planning. Contribute to project execution methodology and best practices. Skill Requirements Mandatory Technical Skills Required :- 18-25 years of DFT experience. Multiple successful SoC tape-outs. Expertise in: Scan MBIST ATPG EDT/Test Compression LBIST Boundary Scan OCC DFX methodologies Strong understanding of: RTL Design SoC Integration Physical Design STA Low Power Architectures Multi-clock and Multi-power SoCs Experience with advanced nodes (16nm and below preferred). EDA Tools Synopsys DFT Compiler Tessent Suite Modus TetraMAX/TestMAX ATPG Tools Spyglass DFT PrimeTime Genus/Design Compiler Innovus/Fusion Compiler Verdi Other Requirements Apply now Information at a Glance Why HCLTech? At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first. HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion. 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