As a Senior Staff SOC DFT Engineer at Intel, your main responsibilities include developing logic designs, RTL coding, and providing DFT timing closure support for various DFx content. You'll collaborate in defining the architecture features of the SOC under DFT, optimizing designs for performance, and ensuring high test coverage. Additionally, you’ll integrate DFT blocks into functional IP and work closely with manufacturing teams to verify features on silicon.

To qualify for the Senior Staff SOC DFT Engineer role at Intel, you need a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, along with over 7 years of experience in DFT and related semiconductor design fields. Proficiency in DFT techniques, RTL design, and knowledge of relevant EDA tools such as Synopsys DFT Compiler is also essential for this position.

Experience with advanced DFT techniques, familiarity with industry standards like IEEE 1687 and JTAG, and knowledge of scripting languages like Python are beneficial for a Senior Staff SOC DFT Engineer at Intel. Additionally, experience in managing high-visibility projects and working with complex SOC designs will give you an edge in this role.

The Senior Staff SOC DFT Engineer at Intel in Malaysia will be eligible for a hybrid work model. This allows you to split your time between working on-site at Intel's assigned locations and off-site, offering flexibility while you contribute to innovative projects.

Growth prospects for a Senior Staff SOC DFT Engineer at Intel are robust. You'll have opportunities for professional development through mentoring junior engineers, driving process improvements, and engaging in cutting-edge research that influences technology on a global scale.

DFT is vital in SOC design as it ensures the manufacturability and testability of the chip. It allows for easier fault detection during manufacturing, improves product quality, and reduces costs associated with testing by enabling effective and efficient diagnostics.

In your answer, discuss specific projects where you've utilized scan insertion techniques, detailing the methodology and tools used to implement these techniques effectively to enhance testability and fault coverage of the SOC.

I approach optimization by analyzing design requirements and constraints, using specific EDA tools to simulate different scenarios, and iteratively refining the design based on performance metrics and power consumption targets, ensuring a balanced integration of DFT techniques.

I am proficient in tools such as Synopsys DFT Compiler and Cadence Modus, having used them to implement DFT solutions in previous projects. I ensure that I'm up to date on the latest features that can improve efficiencies.

A challenging problem I encountered involved a failing RTL test that was critical for a large-scale project. I systematically diagnosed the issue through backtracing faults and collaborated with my team to develop a corrective action plan that involved design modifications and additional simulations to ensure validity.

I ensure verification through thorough planning, which includes creating detailed test cases and aligning with cross-functional teams to validate designs against specifications, using a combination of static and dynamic analysis techniques.

Timing closure is crucial in SOC design as it ensures that the chip meets its operational specifications under all conditions, promoting reliability and performance. It’s a process where adjustments are made to meet timing requirements without compromising the design integrity.

I have significant experience with boundary scan and JTAG in enabling testability for SOC devices. I’ve designed JTAG circuitry to facilitate in-system testing, which has enhanced the fault isolation process in various projects I've worked on.

I keep updated by participating in online forums, attending industry conferences, and following leading publications focused on DFT and semiconductor design. Continuous learning is key in this rapidly evolving field.

I focus on fostering a collaborative environment, emphasizing knowledge sharing, and providing constructive feedback. My goal is to encourage junior engineers to think critically and creatively while supporting their professional development.