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SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Sr. SOC/ASIC Timing Signoff & Front-End Implementation Engineer (Silicon Enginee

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Irvine, California, United States, 92713


SR. SOC/ASIC TIMING SIGNOFF & FRONT-END IMPLEMENTATION ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 3M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation ASICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Your efforts will help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Full chip and block level timing signoff and convergence through timing ecos on post routed database for various timing signoff checks

Full chip and block level front-end implementation from timing constraints development, synthesis, formal verification, power intent generation & validation

Develop block and full chip level timing constraints for test modes

Timing closure ownership throughout the entire project cycle (RTL, synthesis, and physical implementation)

Analysis of clock domain crossing paths at block and full chip level

Work with mixed signal IP/PLL/SerDes/PHY teams to drive integration, timing, logical equivalence checking and analysis of various IPs into RTL

Develop/modify/run RTL logic synthesis, formal verification, power intent verification and post synthesis timing validation flows

Execute low power design and physical synthesis, deploying knowledge of unified power format and power intent verification

Implement Functional ECOs for complex blocks

Deploy and enhance methodology and flows related to timing constraint generation and verification and timing closure

Work closely with chip architecture, design verification, physical design, DFT, and power teams to achieve tapeout success on designs – generally bridging the RTL and place and route

Work with multi-disciplinary groups to make sure RTL/Netlists are on schedule and delivered with the highest quality by incorporating automated checks at every stage of the design process

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science

5+ years of experience working as a synthesis and/or front-end STA engineer

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience in ASIC multimode constraint generation, constraint partitioning and timing closure in advanced nodes

Experience with test modes, mode merging to optimize physical design implementation and STA Signoff.

Experience with power intent and upf development for block and soc top.

Familiar with formal verification and implementing functional ecos.

Knowledge of deep sub-micron FinFET technology nodes (7nm and below) timing challenges, multi-corner and multimode timing closure, process variations (AOCV, POCV based STA), voltage drop aware STA, and clock reconvergence pessimism removal

Hands-on experience in industry standard physical synthesis and STA tools (Synopsys DC, Primetime or equivalent)

Experience with clock domain crossings, DFT/Scan/MBIST/LBIST and understanding of their impact on synthesis, physical design and timing closure

Deep understanding of ASIC design flow, top-down and bottom-up design methodologies

Knowledge of low-power methodologies and leakage/dynamic power optimization flows and techniques

Familiar with implementation or integration of design blocks using Verilog/SystemVerilog

Experience with high reliability design and implementations

Excellent scripting skills (csh/bash, Perl, Python, TCL, Makefile etc.)

Self-driven individual with a can-do attitude, and an ability to work in a dynamic group environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel when needed (typically

Willing to work extended hours and weekends to meet critical deadlines, as needed

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay range: Synthesis and Front-End STA Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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