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Senior DFT Engineer
Nvidia Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, CA, Santa Clara
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 2,374 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 394 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Nvidia Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles701 certified filings for “Engineer Senior Systems Software” (Software Developers) in CA: $173k–$214k, median $190k. Most were filed at wage level IV (82%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here (136,000 USD) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 2,374 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 394 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
At NVIDIA, our Senior DFT Engineers lead the way in silicon test innovation, ensuring flawless execution and outstanding quality in our next-generation silicon platforms. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a world-class team and make a significant impact in the semiconductor industry! What You'll Be Doing: • Design and roll out advanced test methodologies on NVIDIA’s next-generation silicon platforms. • Own and work with cross-functional teams to implement the latest in test access mechanisms, IO BIST, memory BIST, and scan compression. • Collaborate closely with VLSI and Product Engineering groups to design innovative DFT approaches that advance silicon test technology. • Lead end-to-end planning and timely execution of NVIDIA's new chip bring-up efforts, from pre-silicon through production deployment. • Develop and standardize methodologies, processes, and workflows for silicon bring-up, crafting reusable checklists and playbooks. • Improve cross-team communication, work, and handoffs. • Guide and mentor junior engineers, helping them navigate complex build trade-offs to achieve world-class quality and efficiency. What We Need To See: • BSEE (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years, MSEE with 3+ years, or PhD in DFT or related domains. • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in defining scan test plans, BIST including memories and IOs, fault modeling, ATPG, and fault simulation. • Excellent analytical skills in verification and validation of test patterns and logic on complex and multi-million gate builds using vendor tools. • Experience in silicon debug and bring-up with an understanding of pattern formats, failure processing, and test program development. • Strong programming and scripting skills. • Excellent written and oral communication skills with the curiosity to work on rare challenges. Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd: • Deep understanding of DFT architecture. • Direct bring-up experience on GPU/SoC. Hands-on validation skills with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and lab debugging. • Understanding of fault models, DPPM, quality metrics, RAS is a plus. • Knowledge of InSystem Test methodologies, PVT dependencies and VF characterization. • Established proficiency in operating within collaborative, multi-functional environments. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 11, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.