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RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

SpaceX· RFIC Engineering
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Palo Alto, CA$115k - $185kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

RFIC Layout Designer at SpaceX to lead layout discipline within the IC design team, collaborating with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full-chip layout of custom analog and RFIC designs for Starlink and space/ground infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Work with IC designers and chip leads to determine chip floor plan including power/ground distribution and pad locations with packaging
  • Accurately estimate layout schedule and identify areas of complexity for early investigation
  • Perform layout of custom RF and analog circuit blocks with attention to matching and minimizing parasitic capacitance
  • Perform design rule checking, electrical rule checking and layout versus schematic checks and resolve errors
  • Perform top-level layout integration with electrostatic discharge structures and pad assembly and conduct final tape out (density fill, manufacturability checks, share GDS with foundry)
  • Work with EDA suppliers to trial new tools and features
  • Generate guides and demos for team to showcase layout technique improvements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering and 1+ years of professional experience as an IC layout designer; OR 3+ years of professional experience with IC layout design in lieu of a degree

Skills

Required:Analog layoutRF/mixed-signal layoutLayout for device matching and noise isolationCommunicationIndependent problem solving
Nice to have:Scripting and automationLinuxVersion control

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives
  • Miscellaneous discounts and perks
Last updated Jul 29, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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