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Sr. SOC/ASIC Physical Design Methodology/CAD Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

SpaceX's Starlink team is building next-generation silicon used in space and ground infrastructure to expand global connectivity. We seek a motivated, proactive Sr. SOC/ASIC Physical Design Methodology/CAD Engineer to develop and support RTL2GDSII flows, integrate EDA and foundry kits, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, low-power silicon at scale.

Skills

  • Strong experience developing and maintaining RTL2GDSII flows
  • Proficiency with EDA tool flows for synthesis, place & route and signoff
  • Excellent scripting/programming (Python, Perl, TCL, Shell) and automation skills
  • Knowledge of advanced process nodes and foundry flows
  • Experience creating dashboards and HTML/status reporting for EDA outputs
  • Familiarity with PPA optimization, STA, EM/IR, and physical verification
  • Ability to interface effectively with vendors and cross-functional engineering teams
  • Comfortable working extended hours and in a fast-changing environment

Responsibilities

  • Create and support RTL2GDSII methodology and CAD flows optimized for multimillion-gate designs (PPA and runtime)
  • Develop integrated hierarchical physical design flows for SoC collateral management and signoff (PV/STA/EM/IR)
  • Build dashboards and centralized reporting for project tracking and EDA results visualization
  • Collaborate with RTL, physical design, package, DFT and validation teams to improve methodologies and resolve issues
  • Work with EDA vendors to evaluate tools, report/resolve bugs, and improve usability and flows
  • Integrate foundry EDA kits and vendor IP into SpaceX infrastructure and release validated flows
  • Establish RTL2GDSII flows for new process nodes, run regressions and QA checks prior to project execution
  • Perform partition synthesis and physical implementation steps including floorplanning, power/ground grid generation, P&R, timing, noise, physical verification, EM/IR, and signoff checks

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science (required)
  • Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Eligible for company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid vacation (approximately 3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays
  • Exempt employees eligible for 5 days sick leave per year
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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November 13, 2025
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