Senior RFIC Layout Designer for Space Comm Systems

K2 Space Corporation

United States

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Paid time off
Life insurance
Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation is seeking a Senior RFIC Layout Designer to drive advanced RF and mixed-signal integrated circuits' physical implementation for satellites. You will execute high-quality layouts, integrate top-level configurations, and ensure robust designs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of layout experience and knowledge of FinFET technologies. The compensation package includes a base salary of $120,000 – $180,000 with additional equity and benefits like medical, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of RF/analog/mixed-signal layout experience.
  • Hands-on experience with advanced FinFET process technologies (≤16nm preferred).
  • Proven track record of top-level SoC layout integration.
  • Experience collaborating with distributed teams and external vendors.
  • Understanding of RF and analog layout techniques and device physics.

Responsibilities

  • Execute high-quality layout for RF, analog, and mixed-signal blocks.
  • Contribute to top-level layout integration and layout strategies.
  • Ensure robust implementation of matching and symmetry for RF/analog structures.
  • Collaborate with RF/analog designers and digital implementation teams.
  • Drive full-chip physical signoff, including DRC/LVS/ERC closure.

Skills

RF/analog/mixed-signal layout experience
Advanced FinFET process technologies
Top-level SoC layout integration
Collaboration with external layout vendors
RF and analog layout techniques
Power planning

Job description

K2 Space Corporation is seeking a Senior RFIC Layout Designer to drive advanced RF and mixed-signal integrated circuits' physical implementation for satellites. You will execute high-quality layouts, integrate top-level configurations, and ensure robust designs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of layout experience and knowledge of FinFET technologies. The compensation package includes a base salary of $120,000 – $180,000 with additional equity and benefits like medical, paid time off, and more.
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