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About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
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The RFIC Layout Designer joins the IC design team to lead the layout discipline for multiple silicon projects involving mixed signal architectures and advanced technologies for space and ground infrastructure. Working with RFIC and mixed-signal designers, you will perform full chip layouts of custom analog and RF designs while determining floor plans, power distribution, and pad locations. Daily responsibilities include performing layout for blocks like low noise amplifiers and mixers, conducting DRC/LVS checks, and managing final tape outs including density fill and manufacturability checks. You will utilize EDA tools, Linux, and scripting languages such as Perl or Python to improve techniques. The role requires expertise in advanced nodes down to 5nm and high-frequency circuits up to 50GHz. Key technical focuses include minimizing parasitic capacitance, ensuring device matching, and managing noise isolation for complex integrated systems.
RFIC Layout
Analog Layout
mixed signal design
Python
Perl
Shell Scripting
Linux
Revision Control Systems
Circuit Design
Advanced Node IC Layout
tape out
Density Fill