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Senior Full Chip Physical Verification Engineer - Silicon Engineering

On-site Full-time $170K/yr - $230K/yr

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Senior

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Key Responsibilities:Lead and execute full-chip DRC, LVS, ESD, PERC, and antenna signoff using industry-standard tools such as Calibre, ICV, or Pegasus. Develop, maintain, and optimize physical verification flows for advanced node SoCs. Interpret and implement foundry Design Rule Manuals (DRM) — translate rule updates into verified flow changes. Debug and resolve complex DRC/LVS violations across hierarchical full-chip designs. Perform ESD verification — validate protection strategies, current paths, and CDM/HBM compliance. Coordinate signoff across block and top-level and Hard IP design teams to ensure tapeout readiness. Collaborate with foundry teams to resolve DRM ambiguities and waiver requests. Adapt design flows as necessary to meet overall design quality standards and chip integration requirements. Leverage AI technologies to automate rule deck validation and violation triage.

About the job

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. We are at the forefront of developing technologies that will make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of enabling human life on Mars.

Senior Full Chip Physical Verification Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

As part of our team, you will contribute to the deployment of Starlink, the most advanced broadband internet system globally. Starlink operates the largest satellite constellation, providing fast and reliable internet to millions of users. We design, build, test, and operate every aspect of the system, from thousands of satellites to consumer receivers and the software that integrates everything. We are seeking top-notch engineers to help maximize the impact of Starlink for communities and businesses worldwide.

We are looking for a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer to collaborate with world-class multidisciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be responsible for developing innovative next-generation silicon for use in space and ground infrastructures globally. These chips will provide connectivity in areas where it has previously been unavailable, unaffordable, or unreliable. Your contributions will help deliver leading-edge solutions that will enhance the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network.

About Space Exploration Technologies Corp.

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is revolutionizing space technology with the ultimate goal of enabling humans to live on other planets. With a commitment to innovation, we are deploying cutting-edge satellite technology to improve global internet access through our Starlink project. Join us in our mission to make life multi-planetary.

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