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SpaceX

RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

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  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

SpaceX

RFIC Layout Designer (Starshield Silicon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

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  • Life

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  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

SpaceX

RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

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  • Life

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  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

SpaceX

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$140K - $235K/yr

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  • Life

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  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

SpaceX

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$150K - $245K/yr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

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  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

SpaceX

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$140K - $230K/yr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

Neuralink

Analog IC Layout Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$83K - $139K/yr

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You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with chip designers, electrical engineers, algorithms engineers, and software engineers on a small, agile team. As an Analog IC Layout Engineer ...

SRI International

IC Layout Engineer III

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$92K - $122K/yr

Layout of IC designs for existing technologies (CMOS, BiCMOS, Bipolar etc) * Generating and/or supervising the creation of IC layout rules (LVS,DRC,ERC) for technologies in development * Evaluating ...

SRI International

IC Layout Engineer III

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$92K - $122K/yr

Layout of IC designs for existing technologies (CMOS, BiCMOS, Bipolar etc) * Generating and/or supervising the creation of IC layout rules (LVS,DRC,ERC) for technologies in development * Evaluating ...

Neuralink

Analog IC Layout Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$83K - $139K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with chip designers, electrical engineers, algorithms engineers, and software engineers on a small, agile team. As an Analog IC Layout Engineer ...

SRI International

IC Layout Engineer III

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$92K - $122K/yr

Layout of IC designs for existing technologies (CMOS, BiCMOS, Bipolar etc) * Generating and/or supervising the creation of IC layout rules (LVS,DRC,ERC) for technologies in development * Evaluating ...

SRI International

IC Layout Engineer III

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$92K - $122K/yr

Layout of IC designs for existing technologies (CMOS, BiCMOS, Bipolar etc) * Generating and/or supervising the creation of IC layout rules (LVS,DRC,ERC) for technologies in development * Evaluating ...

Texas Instruments

Layout Designer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

Texas Instruments is seeking an experienced Layout Designer to join our team! Responsibilities ... Associate's degree in Engineering or related field of study or program certificate in Advanced IC ...

Glow Networks

Analog Layout Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$237K/yr

Senior layout designer, will be responsible for layout of high-performance analog cores such as ... Responsibilities include leading IC layout of cutting-edge high-performance, high-speed CMOS ...

Micron Technology

Staff Layout Designer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$72 - $122/hr

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As a Staff Layout Designer, you will develop and prepare multi-dimensional layouts. You will ... IC layout design experience with NAND, DRAM and/or SRAM * Programming skills and AI experience ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for ic layout designer in the United States is $41.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $58.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An IC Layout Designer is responsible for creating the physical design of integrated circuits (ICs) based on schematics provided by circuit designers. They use specialized software tools to arrange transistors, resistors, capacitors, and interconnections while ensuring proper functionality, manufacturability, and performance. Their role involves optimizing layouts for power, area, and signal integrity while adhering to design rules and foundry guidelines. IC Layout Designers work closely with circuit designers and verification engineers to meet project specifications and ensure successful chip fabrication.

What does an IC layout designer do?

As an IC Layout Designer, your typical day involves interpreting circuit schematics, translating them into physical layouts using specialized EDA tools, and running verification checks to ensure compliance with design and manufacturing rules. You will collaborate closely with circuit designers and verification engineers to address layout-related challenges and optimize designs for performance, area, and yield. Regular communication and feedback sessions are common, as is updating documentation and maintaining clear records of design changes. These tasks help ensure project timelines are met and high-quality integrated circuits are delivered.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an IC layout designer?

To thrive as an IC Layout Designer, you need a strong background in semiconductor physics, circuit design principles, and experience with industry-standard layout tools such as Cadence Virtuoso or Synopsys Custom Compiler, often supported by a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Familiarity with DRC/LVS verification, PDKs, and EDA tools, as well as knowledge of relevant process nodes, is essential. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong communication skills enable designers to collaborate with circuit engineers and deliver precise layouts under tight deadlines. These competencies ensure the creation of optimized, reliable integrated circuits while meeting stringent performance and manufacturability requirements.

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RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

SpaceX

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

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.
RFIC LAYOUT DESIGNER (RFIC 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 and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
We are seeking motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineers who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems architecture, ASIC design, firmware, pre-silicon verification, post-silicon validation, product engineering, manufacturing/production, and more). In this role, you will be on a team working on multiple silicon projects that are driving more integration, lower power, mixed signal architectures and advanced silicon technology for deployment in space and ground infrastructures. You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and RFIC designs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work with the integrated circuit designers and chip leads to determine the chip floor plan; this includes strategies for power and ground distribution as well as working with packaging engineer to determine pad locations
  • Accurately estimate the schedule for the layout work and identify areas of complexity that need early investigation
  • Perform layout of custom RF and analog circuit blocks with attention to matching and minimizing parasitic capacitance in the layout
  • Perform design rule checking, electrical rule checking and layout versus schematic checks and resolve errors
  • Perform top-level layout integration with electrostatic discharge structures and pad assembly and perform final tape out (including density fill, running design for manufacturability checks and sharing GDS with the foundry)
  • Work with EDA suppliers to trial new tools and features
  • Generate guides and demos for others in the team to showcase improvements in layout technique

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering and 1+ years of professional experience as an IC layout designer; OR 3+ years of professional experience with integrated circuit layout design in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong analog layout skills
  • Experience in advanced node IC layouts such as 22nm, 16nm, 7nm, 5nm or below
  • Experience in layout of circuits with frequencies up to 50GHz
  • Experience in layout of sensitive RF blocks such as low noise amplifiers, voltage controlled oscillators and mixers
  • Experience with skill programming
  • Experience with shell scripting, Perl, Python or similar language
  • Experience managing revision control systems
  • Experience with circuit design
  • Understanding of layout considerations for device matching, coupling and noise isolation
  • Working knowledge of Linux
  • Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) are required
  • Able to work independently on challenging problems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $115,000.00 - $155,000.00
Level 2: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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.

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