Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer

The role

You will implement advanced SoCs for next-generation satellite and space systems. You will contribute to the full physical design flow from synthesis to GDSII.

What you will do

• Execute the complete physical design flow for complex SoC blocks and top-level integration
• Perform timing closure and optimization across multiple corners and modes
• Collaborate with front-end, verification, and DFT teams
• Work with external physical design service providers and internal leads
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation
• Support physical sign-off activities including DRC/LVS, IR drop, EM, and power analysis
• Assist in chip-level integration, ECOs, and tapeout preparation
• Contribute to methodology development, tool evaluation, and flow documentation
• Support your product through production and spaceflight

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5–10 years of experience in ASIC physical design for complex SoCs
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools (Synopsys ICC2/Fusion Compiler, Cadence Innovus, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of timing analysis, power optimization, and physical verification flows
• Experience with hierarchical or flat SoC design methodologies
• Familiarity with FinFET technologies
• Working knowledge of DFT, UPF/CPF power intent, and ECO implementation
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environments

Nice to have

• Exposure to radiation-hardened or space-qualified ASICs
• Experience with chip-package co-design or advanced packaging (2.5D/3D)
• Familiarity with physical design service vendor management or offshore collaboration
• Experience with sign-off through TSMC
• Experience with Gate-All-Around technologies
• Experience working in cross-functional, geographically distributed teams

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license

About the company

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown. They are mass-producing high-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.