Sr. ASIC Validation Engineer; Silicon Engineering

Overview

Redmond, WA

Space

X was founded to enable humanity to explore the stars. Space

X is actively developing technologies to make this possible, with the goal of enabling human life on Mars. Space

X is deploying Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system, and designs, builds, tests, and operates all parts of the system – satellites, user hardware, and software – to bring fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide.

SR. ASIC VALIDATION ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer to work with cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). You will develop cutting-edge FPGAs and ASICs for space and ground infrastructure, delivering solutions that expand the Starlink network’s performance and capabilities.

• Perform pre-silicon emulation of critical systems of next-generation ASICs
• Collaborate in a small team of validation engineers to rapidly develop and bring up custom Space
  
  X silicon
• Design, build, validate, and automate test benches for full characterization of custom silicon
• Work with the FPGA/ASIC Design, Flight Software, and Satellite Engineering teams to enhance testability and define test infrastructure logic to ensure silicon test coverage
• Design and build modular, reusable instrument driver libraries and test automation sequences in C/C++ or Python

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or physics
• 5+ years of experience developing ASICs or FPGAs

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or physics
• Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and/or basic digital signal processing concepts
• Experience using emulation or prototyping platforms from major EDA vendors (e.g. Palladium, Veloce, ZeBu, etc.)
• Ability to analyze internal and external test results to drive IP selections for future products
• Experience writing comprehensive test reports for internal technical audiences
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced team
• Experience with high-speed Ser Des architectures (NRZ, PAM4) and clocking modes
• Experience with Ethernet, PCIe and other high-speed protocol layers
• Experience with serial digital communication protocols (SPI, I2C, JTAG) and related software/hardware solutions
• Experience developing multi-threaded applications and systems
• Experience with Windows and Linux system usage/administration
• Experience troubleshooting software/hardware interactions (network devices, lab instrumentation)
• Experience with configuration management and version control software
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Strong object-oriented programming skills

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Pay range: ASIC Validation Engineer/Senior: $ - $ per year. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is part of a total rewards package that may include stock, bonuses, and additional benefits. Space

X provides comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, and paid holidays. Exempt employees are eligible for sick leave per policy.

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X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Space

X may require accommodations in the application/interview process and can be contacted at  for accommodations.

ITAR/Export regulations apply. This role may require eligibility to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.