Principal Design Verification Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

SpaceX
Austin, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior ASIC/FPGA verification engineers who thrive in dynamic environments with hands-on system-level verification.

Best fit for

  • Engineers with 10+ years in ASIC/FPGA verification and test bench development.
    — “10+ years of experience with design verification and test bench development
  • Leaders capable of driving verification milestones from planning to execution.
    — “Lead and execute verification test plan, development, and milestones from beginning to end
  • Problem-solvers with expertise in constrained random verification and coverage models.
    — “Experience in constrained random verification

Things to consider

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or meet ITAR requirements for employment.
    — “applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national
  • Extended hours and weekend work may be required to meet milestones.
    — “Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate hands-on experience with UVM/OVM/VMM methodologies in past projects.
    — “Experience with verification methodologies such as UVM/OVM/VMM
  • Highlight scripting automation skills, particularly in Python.
    — “Experience with scripting languages, e.g. Python for automation
  • Showcase RTL design and post-silicon validation experience.
    — “RTL design, chip bring-up, and post-silicon validation experience
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Principal

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What success looks like

  • Developing verification plans for complex digital designs
  • Executing verification test plans
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering10+ years of experience in design verification

Skills & requirements

Required

ASIC VerificationFPGA VerificationDigital Design

Preferred

Python ScriptingUvm/ovm/vmm Methodologies

Stack & domain

AsicFpgaVerificationTest Bench DevelopmentUvmOvmVmmObject-oriented ProgrammingConstrained Random VerificationTest PlansCoverage ModelsScripting LanguagesPythonRtl DesignChip Bring-upPost-silicon ValidationSilicon EngineeringSpace

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PRINCIPAL DESIGN VERIFICATION 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 millions of 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 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:

Responsible for digital ASIC and/or FPGA verification at block and system level

Lead and execute verification test plan, development, and milestones from beginning to end

Contribute towards pre-silicon verification, chip bring-up and post-silicon validation

Be a hands-on self-starter who can execute the steps required to fully verify a complex digital designs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

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

10+ years of experience with design verification and test bench development

10+ years of experience with design verification and test bench development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Advanced degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering

Experience with verification methodologies such as UVM/OVM/VMM

Strong object-oriented programming knowledge

Strong problem-solving and coding skills

Experience in constrained random verification

Expertise in developing test plans, implementing coverage models, and analyzing results

Experience with scripting languages, e.g. Python for automation

RTL design, chip bring-up, and post-silicon validation experience

Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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